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Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid -- A finding index to the Islander. The following notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1843 - 1861. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.
[Births] [Marriages 1842-1860] {Marriages 1861-1870] [Deaths1842-1860] [Deaths 1861-1879]
Foreward by Phyllis Dand:
"The Islander" was published by John Ings from Dec 1842 until 1873. In 1859, William Henry Pope took over the role as editor after the death of the previous editor, Duncan MacLean, and remained with it until the end of publication. The Islander was a long-time conservative Island Newspaper which like others, printed vitals, and which have so far not been transcribed anywhere we know of.
Duncan Campbell's "History of Prince Edward Island" mentions "The Islander" where it says: "In November, 1842, Mr. John Ings started a weekly newspaper, designated The Islander, which fully realized in its conduct the promises made in the prospectus. For thirty-two years it continued an important public organ, when, for reasons into which it is not our business to inquire, it was discontinued."
Irene Rogers mentioned in her book, "Charlottetown The Life in its Buildings": "In 1847 John Ings, publisher of the Islander, wrote: "Our next number will be issued from our new office in Water Street adjoining Gainsford's Brick building." Later on he published a prospectus of a reading room to be established "in the new building adjoining Gainsford's brick house." The reading room was almost as important to the community as the printing and newspaper office. Before the advent of libraries, it provided significant recreational and educational facilities... The Islander was published from this location every Friday until 1873 when John Ings retired. In the late 1870's the Examiner was published for a time from this site". The building at 108 Water Street still exists today, attached to the eastern side of Gainsford house, one of many Charlottetown buildings listed in the "Canadian Register of Historic Places".
Conventions used in notices:
The first date in each entry is the date of the issue the notice appeared in. The following abbreviations apply:
"Inst.": abbreviation for "instante mense", meaning a date of the current month, such as "the 5th inst."
"Ult.": abbreviation for "ultimo mense" in or of the month before the present one, such as "on the 15th ult."
Microfilm copies of "The Islander may be found at:UPEI Robertson Library; Dec. 2, 1842 - Dec. 29, 1872, Public Archives and Records Office; Charlottetown - 1842-1873, National Library of Canada; Dec 2, 1842 - Dec 1871, Jan 3 - Dec 26, 1873. This listing of films available is some years old - copies may now be found elsewhere, but can be used as a guide to where the films may be found.
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THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - DECEMBER 1842 TO DECEMBER 1843Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1843. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.The Islander – Dec 2, 1842
Inquest – An inquest was held in Chatham, on the afternoon of Saturday last, before Mr. Cranney, Esq., Coroner, on view of the body of Donald Campbell, a native of Nova Scotia, when the Jury returned the following verdict: “The deceased came to his death, which was hastened, by the injudicious treatment, of his Medical adviser – Dr. Cotton.” In consequence of said verdict, the coroner issued his warrant for the arrest of Dr. Cotton, and he was shortly after taken in Custody, and conveyed to Jail in Newcastle. – Miramichi Gleaner, Nov. 15.
The Islander – Dec 23, 1842
Died.
On Tuesday last, at York Lodge, Agnes, wife of James Watts, mason, aged 60 years.The Islander – Dec 30, 1842
Died.
At St. Peter’s, on Monday the 17th October last, Elizabeth, consort of Mr. Franklin Sterns, in the 23d year of her age.The Islander – Jan 13, 1843
Died.
At St. John, N.B., on Thursday the 22nd ult., Eliza wife of R.C. Macdonald, Esq., Paymaster 30th Regt., of Castle Tioram, Prince Edward Island, much and sincerely regretted.On the 27th ult., Mr. John Boyce, of Rossmore Point, Hillsborough River, aged 37.
On Monday morning last, at Souris, James Chiveree, aged 24 years, was accidentally killed by the falling of a tree – his body was literally smashed to pieces – his brother David was with him at the time, - his left arm was broken in three places – his right leg in two places – his forehead and face dreadfully mangles and torn.
The Islander – Jan 27, 1843
Died.
At Cherry Valley, on the 17th inst., Mr. William Irving, aged 79 years, an old and worthy inhabitant of that place.At Pinette, on Friday, the 20th inst., Simon, third son of the Rev. John McLennan, aged 11 years.
The Islander – Feb 10, 1843
Died.
At Dublin, Ireland, in June last, Margaret, third daughter of the late William Stevens, Esq., Top-hill, Sterling place, Scotland, and wife of Mr. John Arbuckle, master of the Grammar school, Georgetown.At Brackley Point, on Monday night, after a short illness of two days duration, Alexander second son of Mr. James McCallum, Brackley Point, aged 12 years.
The Islander – Feb 17, 1843
Died.
At St. Peter’s Farms, on Monday the 30th ult., Mr. Alexander Macdonald, aged 39 years.On Sunday morning inst., Sarah, third daughter of W. Cundall, Esq., aged 4 years 11 months.
At Cavendish, on the 11th inst., Mr. Angus McLeur, aged 50 years; has left a widow and 5 children.
At Bedeque, on the 6th inst., Mr. Jesse Strang, aged 40 years; his wife died last winter; they have left 8 orphan children.
At Muddy Cove, Tryon, on the 9th inst., Mr. Alexander Campbell, aged 50 years.
At Bedeque, Mrs. Schurman, relict of the late Wm. Schurman, aged 90 years.
At South West, Bedeque, on the 12th ult., a daughter aged 12; and on the 19th, another daughter aged 10; and on the 26th another daughter, aged 7; and on the 3d inst., a boy aged 5 years, all children of Mr. Nathaniel Heustis. Another child lies dangerously ill.
The Islander – Feb 24, 1843
Died.
On the 23d inst., Jane, the beloved wife of W.H. Hobkirk, Esq., and eldest surviving daughter of Robert Etwel, Esq., of Shercot House, South Wilts, England, aged 24 years.At Campbelton, Miramichi, on the 6th inst., Robert Ritchie, Esq., of the firm of A. Ritchie and Co.
On Sunday evening last, Mr. John Costin, sen., late of Lot 49, aged 82 years. He was an old and respectable inhabitant.
The Islander – Mar 3, 1843
Died.
On Monday, the 27th ult., after a long and severe illness, Francis Longworth, Esq., in the 77th year of his age. The deceased was a native of Ireland, and a member of a highly respectable family in the County of Westmeath, where he was born. During a residence in this Colony of upwards of 52 years, he was, at different periods, called upon to fill many important offices. He served four years as High Sheriff of the Island; and for thirty years, was an active and efficient County Magistrate. For several years he commanded a Battalion of Militia; and, after having held Commissions in that service for upwards of forty years, was five years ago, allowed to retire with the rank of an unattached Lieut. Colonel. Throughout the whole period of his active life public and private, his character appears to have been eminently that of the man of integrity. Hence at all times, was he found a trusty friend, and affectionate relation, a conscientious man of business, a pious worshipper, and a public spirited citizen. As he lived so he died, in peace with all men; and with a confidence, which never forsook him during the period of his protracted sufferings, tranquilly resigned his spirit into the hands of his Maker. He is gone hence, but his virtues will be long held in grateful remembrance by his surviving friends; and salutary , we trust, will be the lesson thereby inculcated.
His earthly remains were interred this day; and the length and respectability of the funeral train evinced the general regard of the community for the deceased, and told how deeply they sympathize with his afflicted family.On Sunday morning last, Emma Lock, in consequence of having been severely burned, on the night of Saturday, the 18th ult. This unfortunate young woman, who had, for some time, been living as a servant in the family of Mr. Horatio Webster, was writing a copy, by the side of the kitchen fire – Mr. Webster being at the time above stairs, in the sitting room- when her dress became ignited, either from the fire or the candle. Her cries quickly brought Mr. Webster down stairs; and he promptly used his utmost exertions to extinguish the flames which enveloped the poor girl. This however, he was not able to do before she was dreadfully burned; and the deeply regretted consequence has been her death as above recorded.
The Islander – Mar 10, 1843
Died.
On Wednesday last, the 8th inst., at the residence of her Son-in-law Dr. Poole, Mrs. Ann Sprowles, of Quebec, Canada, aged 68 years. Her funeral will take place tomorrow, Saturday, at 2 o’clock.At Little York, on Saturday morning last, after a painful illness, which she bore with calm and pious resignation, Phoebe Hannah, wife of Mr. Robert Large, and second daughter of Mr. John Macdonnell, of this town, aged 26 years.
The Islander – Mar 24, 1843
Died.
At Lot 49, on Sunday last, Mr. William George Sentner, aged 26 years.At South Share, on Sunday, the 12th inst., very suddenly, Mr. Donald McLaine.
At St. John, N.F., on Sunday the 26th ult., at the residence of his son, in Water Street, the Honourable William Carson, of Billies, M.D., aged 73 years, member of the present, and Speaker of the late House of Assembly.
The Islander – Mar 31, 1843
Died.
At New London, on the 16th inst., Mr. John Adams, sen., aged 83 years.At York River Road Settlement, on the 13th inst., Mrs. Ellen Kickham, wife of Mr. John Kickham, aged 29 years.
The Islander – Apr 7, 1843
Died.
At Morell, St. Peter’s Bay, on Tuesday morning last, Mr. Samuel Webster, aged 30 years.The Islander – Apr 14, 1843
Died.
At Bedeque, on the 31st March, after a protracted illness, which he bore with resignation to the Divine will, Donald McFarlane, Esq., in the 85th year of his age, leaving a numerous circle of friends and relations to lament his loss.At Tignish, Lot 1, on the 17th March last, Mr. Charles Edward Ruggles, a native of Digby, Nova Scotia, aged 26 years, leaving a wife and two children to lament the loss of an affectionate and kind husband and tender parent.
At Charlottetown, on Wednesday last, Mr. John Willock, of China Point, aged 41 years.
The Islander – Apr 21, 1843
Died.
At East Point, Lot 46, on Wednesday the 12th inst., in the 78th year of his age, Mr. John Macdonald, leaving a large family to lament their bereavement. Mr. Macdonald emigrated to this Island in 1771, from Invernesshire, Scotland; since then he has been universally esteemed, and is deeply regretted by a numerous circle of relatives and friends, who are best capable of appreciating his worth.At Halifax, on Tuesday morning, the 18th inst., the Hon. Michael Tobin, senr. Aged 67 years.
The Islander – Apr 28, 1843
Died.
At Sackville Street, Dublin, 4th March last, Miss Harriet Jones, eldest daughter of Dr. Jones, late of London, and sister to the late Hon. Dowager Lady Ventry.The Islander – May 5, 1843
Died.
On Saturday night, the 29th inst., about 12 o’clock, Donald MacDonald, Esq., of Charlottetown, Merchant, aged 56 years. Never in this community, we sincerely believe, has it been the duty of the Journalist to record the death of a more worthy man. In all the relations of his life, by simply, as it seemed, yielding to the private impulses of his inherent truth, goodness and honour, he won, in a very eminent degree, the affection or esteem of all to whom their intercourse with him gave opportunities to prove his character. He was, indeed, a man without guile, and his place now left vacant amongst us,, will long call forth the feelings of sorrow and regret.On Monday morning last, Anna, wife of Mr. John Macdonald, of St. Peter’s Road, and daughter of the late Mr. Allan Cameron.
At Charlottetown, on Monday last, very suddenly, John O’Brien, Shoemaker, aged 42 years. He rose in the morning in apparently good health, and went to his work as usual, and about two o’clock in the day he sat down and expired.
At Peaceville, on Saturday the 15th inst., Mrs. Elizabeth Carr, in the 66th year of her age.
Very suddenly, on Thursday the 27th ult., at West River, Pictou, where he had occasion to be in the way of his profession, Mr. John Geddie, Watchmaker, aged 63 years.
The Islander – May 12, 1843
Died.
At Frampost, East Grinstead, Sussex, on the 14th February last, in the 77th year of his age, Jonathan Worrell, Esq., son of the late Jonathan Worrell, Esq., of Juniper Hall, Mickleham, Surrey.At New London, on the 26th April last, after a protracted illness, which he bore with resignation to the Divine will, John McKay, in the 95th year of his age; leaving a numerous circle of friends and relations (including 93 of his own offspring), to lament his loss. The deceased was an exemplary pattern of piety and virtue, throughout the course of his life. He was a native of Sutherlandshire, North Britain, and came to this Country in 1815.
On Monday last, at the residence of the Rev. James Waddell, where he was pursuing a course of academical study, Master Edward B. McCurdy, eldest son of Isaac McCurdy, Esq., of Onslow, Nova Scotia, in the 15th year of his age.
On Tuesday morning last, Alice Brecken, second daughter of the Hon. J. Peake, aged 2 years and 12 days.
The Islander – May 19, 1843
Died.
At Wolfville, Nova Scotia, on Sunday the 14th inst., after a protracted illness of several weeks, in the 36th year of her age, Mrs. Mary Eliza, wife of Elisha Dewolfe Esquire, Daughter of the late John Starr Esquire of Halifax, and sister of Mrs. Charles Young. Her many virtues obtained for her universal esteem and respect. She lived much beloved, and died justly and truly lamented, by a very extensive circle of relatives friends and acquaintances.On Thursday the 11th inst., of croup, Matilda Ann, second daughter of Mr. Stephen Bovyer, aged 3 years and 2 months.
The Islander – May 26, 1843
Died.
At Wolfville, Nova Scotia, on Sunday, after an illness of 3 days, Desiah, relict of the late John Starr, Esqr. Of this city, aged 62 years.
Mrs. Starr was on a visit to her daughter; and on Wednesday, 17th inst., a long and truly mournful procession left the late residence of the deceased, and the remains of both Mother and Daughter were interred in the same grave, in St. John’s Church Yard at Wolfville, of their death it might be said;
“the memory of the Just is blessed.”At Lot 49, on Monday last, Mrs. Sarah McGregor aged 46 years, wife of Mr. Alexander McRae, and sister of Dr. McGregor, Brakley Point Road.
The Islander – Jun 2, 1843
Died.
At Bedeque on Tuesday last, Margaret, wife of Mr. Elisha Hooper, aged 62 years, - much regretted and lamented, - her life was one of usefulness, piety and charity.On Thursday evening last, after a tedious and painful illness, Ensign Peter Smith, on half pay of the late New Brunswick Fencibles, in the 63 year of his age. The funeral will take place on Monday next at two o’clock.
At Wood Islands, on Saturday last, Ann McPhee, wife of Mr. John McNeil, of that place, aged 39 years.
The Islander – Jun 16, 1843
Died.
Very suddenly on Saturday last, on board the Surveying Vessel Gulnare, of Wallace, N.S., Mr. William Hazlewood, Carpenter of this town, aged 39 years.The Islander – Jul 14, 1843
A Card: Mrs. W. Coffin, St. Peter’s Bay, begs to tender her most sincere thanks to Messrs. Macdonald and McIsaac, (Rockerbury), East Point, and others, in that quarter, for the kindness manifested towards the body of her late lamented husband, which drifted on shore in the above neighbourhood a few weeks since.
The Islander – Aug 4, 1843
Died.
Suddenly, at Lot 49, on the 1st instant, at the advanced age of 83 years, Alex. MacDougall, Esq., late of Mingary, Argylshire, Scotland.On Friday, the 25th ult., at Goose River, Mr. John H. White, of this town, was killed on board his own Sloop, the Triumph, by the falling of the mast. The following particulars relative to the deceased and the melancholy occurrence – with the exception of a slight correction in matter of facts – we copy from the The Gazette; (the entire article is not included here.)
His remains were then brought to tow and interred on Sunday. He was understood to be a native of Birmingham or its neighbourhood, served his time in Warwick as a Bookbinder and resided for some time in Boston, United States, and in St. John, New Brunswick, previously to his settling here. He is well known through the adjoining provinces, and in the country parts of the Island as the publisher of a Quarto Stereotype edition of the Bible and plates. He has left no relative in the Island.The Islander – Aug 18, 1843
Died.
On Sunday last, aged 20, Margaret Isabella, wife of Mr. W.J. Pilcher, Teacher, of this Town.Death by Lightning – An inquest was held at the house of Mr. George Irving, Cherry Valley, on Saturday last, before Daniel Hodgson, Esq., Coroner, on view of the body of Mrs. Irving, who was struck dead on the spot by lightning about 3 o’clock on Friday afternoon, the 11th inst., Verdict – Accidental death.
The house, in which the melancholy accident happened, was much injured by the shock; the rafters over Mrs. Irving’s head, and also the beam under the floor which was immediately below her feet, were shattered to pieces. AT the time the accident occurred Mrs. Irving was in the Kitchen kneading dough. Four children and a servant girl were also in the house, but they providentially escaped uninjured.Sudden Death – On Monday morning last, Mrs. Powell, wife of Sergeant Powell (better known as Crier, in Charlottetown) died suddenly in her bed, alongside her husband, in a room which they occupied in the Barracks. She had gone to bed apparently in her usual health.
The Islander – Aug 25, 1843
Died.
At Belle Creek, last week, in the 23rd year of her age, Catharine, the beloved wife of Mr. John McLeod, of that place, leaving a husband and four children to lament her untimely departure.On the 14th inst., at Elliot River, Mr. Duncan McEwen, aged 70 years.
The Islander – Sep 1, 1843
Died.
On Sunday morning last, Frederick S.W., infant son of J.D. Hazzard, Esq., aged 11 weeks.The Islander – Sep 8, 1843
Died.
At Campbelltown, on the 24th ult., after a protracted illness, Mr. Joseph McEwen, aged 52 years, leaving a wife and nine children to lament the loss of an affectionate husband and tender parent.The Islander – Sep 15, 1843
Died.
At Souris, on Wednesday, the 6th inst., deservedly regretted by a large circle of acquaintances, Mr. Thomas Perkins, Shipbuilder, aged 50 years.At Halifax, on the 9th inst., the Rev. Doctor McCulloch, long known as one of the prominent leading minds that have given Nova Scotia some claim to literary distinction. He was a man of vast mental attainments and a profound investigator into the mysteries of Nature. He died at the ripe age of 67. His remains will be interred at Pictou.
On Sunday, the 10th inst., George, infant son of Mr. George Allan, stonecutter, aged 11 months.
The Islander – Sep 22, 1843
Died.
On Sunday, the 10th inst., Mr. Edward Pigeon, of Spring Brook, New London, formerly a minister of the Presbyterian Church, in connection with the Synod of Nova Scotia. The deceased was seized with a fit while attending public worship at the New London Church.In the Poor’s Asylum, Halifax, Mary Painter, a native of P.E. Island.
The Islander – Oct 6, 1843
Died.
On Wednesday morning, the 4th instant, of Croop, Francis Fitzgerald, only son of Francis Longworth, Esq., of this town, aged 5 years and 4 months.The Islander – Oct 13, 1843
Died.
At Campbelltown, Bay de Chaleur, on Saturday, the 30th ultimo, in the 57th year of her age, Sarah, wife of Alexander Campbell, Esq., late of this Island.On Wednesday, the 4th instant, Henrietta Ann, infant daughter of Mr. K. McKenzie, aged 5 months.
On Sunday last, at Lot 49, Mr. Finlay McLenhan, a native of Scotland, aged 89 years.
The Islander – Oct 20, 1843
Died.
On Friday last, Mrs. Catharine Campbell, of this Town, aged 78 years.At Douglastown, Miramichi, on Sunday the 17th ult., Mrs. Ramsay, relict of the late Malcolm Ramsay, Indian River, of this Island, in the 76th year of her age. She was a native of Kintyre, in Scotland, and came to this Island in the year 1770, in the third year of her age. She has left a numerous circle of descendants to lament the loss of an affectionate ancestor, and a large number of friends, who will not soon forget their ancient associate.
The Islander – Nov 10, 1843
Died.
On Friday last, Mary, only daughter of Mr. James, Scantlebury, aged 3 years and 10 months.On Wednesday last, Thomas, infant son of Mr. John Cairns, Engineer, aged 3 years and 7 months.
At De Sable, very suddenly, on the 2d inst., Mr. James Currie, an old and respectable inhabitant of that place, deeply lamented by a large circle of relatives and friends, aged 70 years.
At Tryon, on the 21st ult., aged 78 years, John Gooldrup Miller.
The Islander – Nov 17, 1843
Died.
At Cawnpore, on the 26th June, Major W. Warburton Huntley, of the 9th Lancers, fourth son of the late Rev. Richard Huntley, of Boxwell Court, Gloucestershire; and brother of the Lieut. Governor of this Island.At Amherst, Nova Scotia, on the 1st inst., in the 76th year of her age, Flora, relict of the late Hon. William Townshend, formerly Collector of H.M. Customs of this Island.
At Bannockburn, on the 3d instant, of rheumatic fever, William Borrow, Shoemaker, aged 52 years. He emigrated in 1841, from the County of Cornwall, England.
On Sunday last, Sarah, infant daughter of Mr. John Sellers, aged 7 weeks.
The Islander – Dec 1, 1843
Died.
On the 16th inst., George, infant son of Mr. J.D.P. Coles, Saddler, aged 4 months and 7 days.At Halifax, on the 18th inst., Mr. John McNeill, aged 68 years, long a worthy and valuable member of the community.
On Wednesday 22d, Mary, daughter of Mr. John Cairns, of this town, Engineer, aged one years and 8 months.
At the Shipyard, Lot 18, on Wednesday, the 15th inst., after a long and protracted illness, which he bore with Christian fortitude, William, second son of the late Dugald Stewart, Esq., of that place, in the forty-second year of his age, leaving a widow and four children to lament the loss of an affectionate husband and tender parent.
On the 21st inst., at her son-in-law’s, Mr. James Robertson, St. Peter’s Road, Janet, relict of the late Mr. John Ferguson, (elder) Hillsborough River, aged 75 years.
On Sunday last, Ethelinda, wife of Mr. Job Wright, Bedeque, aged 26 years.
On Friday night, Mr. Lane, Lot 49 – for upwards of half a century a consistent Member of the Weslyan Society.
On Saturday morning last, Mr. Joseph Hill, Truckman.
At Tignish, on the 19th inst., at the house of his son, Nicholas Conroy, Esq., after an illness of ten days, Mr. Thomas Conroy, formerly of Rathdowney, County Wexford, Ireland, in the sixty second year of his age.
Lately, at St. Helena, Major Thoreau, formerly of the 37th Regiment.
The Islander – Dec 15, 1843
Died.
On Sunday morning last, Ann Millner, wife of Mr. James Millner, sen., Tinsmith, aged 58 years.On Thursday morning last, Mr. William Lacey, of this town, aged 27 years, deservedly regretted. His funeral will take place on Sunday next at 2 o’clock p.m. when friends and acquaintances ared requested to attend.
On Wednesday night last, Mary, wife of Lauchlan McDonald, Malpeque Road, aged 47 years.
The Islander – Dec 22, 1843
Dead.
Patrick Murphy, Shoemaker, Cove Head Road, was found dead on Sunday last, in the Wood, near his own residence, at Cove Head. It appears he left Charlottetown on Wednesday last, for Cove Head, and taking a short cut through the woods, got astray on his own land, and after getting fatigued, lay down on some boughs to rest himself, and perished. He was 80 years of age.The Islander – Dec 29, 1843
Melancholy Accident – On Monday evening last as Messrs. Wm. and Montague McKie, of the Harbour’s mouth, were returning home from Mr. John Hyde’s, Elliot River, they drove into a hole in the ice off the North Point. Mr. Montague succeeded, through with much difficulty, in extricating himself from his perilous situation; but, melancholy to relate, his brother, Mr. William, to whom he was unable to render any assistance, was carried beneath the ice and drowned. The horse also was lost. The body of Mr. McKie was recovered next day. His funeral took place yesterday, and was numerously and respectably attended.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1844Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1844. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.The Islander – Jan 12, 1844
Died.
At Halifax, on the 26th ult., after a short illness, Helen, Widow of the late Mr. A.P. Taylor, formerly of Souris, P.E. Island, and daughter of Mr. Hunter St. Andrews, of this city, in the 27th year of her age, leaving three children to lament her loss.On Sunday, the 7th inst., at the house of Captain Salmoud, Fitzroy street, Caroline, wife of Mr. James Irving, aged 28 years.
The Islander – Jan 26, 1844
Died.
At Cape Traverse, on the 21st instant in the 68th year of his age, Mr. George Muttart, sen; much regretted and highly respected for the uprightness of his principles and integrity of his life.At Saw Mill Farm, on the 13th instant, Richard, son of Mr. Richard Clark, aged 23 years. The deceased got his thumb accidently crushed in the mill, a short time since, mortification ensued, and the part affected was cut off, which was followed by lock-jaw, and after eight days suffering, caused his death.
The Islander – Feb 2, 1844
Died.
On Tuesday morning, the 30th ult., in the 65th year of her age, Ellen, eldest daughter of the late Rev. Theophilus Deshrisay, formerly Rector of this Parish for a period of forty-seven years.The Islander – Feb 9, 1844
Died.
At Newtown, on Friday last, Mr. Charles, McKinnon, aged 84 years. He emigrated to this Island from Invernesshire in the year 1805.The Islander – Feb 16, 1844
Died.
On the 22nd ult., at East Point, Lot 47, in the 80th year of his age, Mr. John Kennedy, a native of Perthshire, Scotland. Mr. Kennedy was much beloved in the circle in which he moved; he was one of the first members of the Baptist Church in this place, and for twenty-seven years adorned his Christian profession with a walk becoming the gospel of Christ. His frame of mind, during his last illness, was truly consoling; and his end was peace. All the surrounding spectators were ready to say “Let our last end be like his.”The Islander – Feb 23, 1844
Died.
On Sunday morning last, at Bedeque, Mr. Louis Baker, aged 66 years. For 26 years he has been a consistent member of the Baptist Church.At Clover Point, Lot 49, on Tuesday, the 13th, Donald McRae, sen., aged 92 years. He emigrated to this Island from Glenelg, Invernesshire, in the year 1805.
The Islander – Mar 8, 1844
Died.
Suddenly, on Sunday last, of Measles, John, eldest Son of Mr. Malcolm Forbes, aged 12 years.The Islander – Mar 15, 1844
Died.
At Launching Place, Lot 35, on Saturday the 9th inst., Mr. Angus Walker, “at the good round age” of 72 years.
Mr. Walker was born in South Uist, Invernesshire, Scotland, and immigrated to this Island in the year 1792, and after serving a reasonably noviciate, amongst the difficulties, to be, at that period, experienced by strangers in so new a Colony, he settled on a piece of land, in a wilderness state, on the above Township. Although being only a very young man when he arrived in this country, yet he was, form his very first appearance, distinguished for care, sobriety, perseverance, and the most scrupulous integrity; and after he became the manager of his own Farm, and master of his log hut, his diligence and active industry soon enabled him to clear so much of the forest, as to provide, not only his family with all the necessaries of life, but also to welcome the passing stranger, whom distress or other circumstances directed to his plenteous board, or hospitable roof. Mr. Walker’s house, (until very recently that a Parochial-house has been erected,) was always the residence of the Clergyman while visiting his flock in that District, and the late good and worthy Bishop McEachern was often heard to say, that “for innate goodness of heart, purity of intention, and firmness of purpose, few men in any rank of life exceeded Mr. Walker.” Although Mr. Walker’s hospitable board was ever set for all who passed the way, yet to none was his welcome so cordial or greeting, as to the distressed, the orphan, or the stranger, and notwithstanding his liberality in that way, approaching in some instances almost to extravagance, yet, from the exertions of himself and family (as they approached maturity), he succeeded in realizing from the produce of his farm alone, what enabled him to purchase for each of his six sons, the fee simple of from 100 to 200 acres of good land. Mr. Walker though of very laborious habits enjoyed most excellent health, until within the last five or six years, during which period his chief concern appeared to be, to prepare for the state into which Providence has been pleased to call him; thus setting an example worthy of imitation by those he left behind him, and it may be truly said, that if he did not merit the good will of all who knew him, he certainly earned the ill will of very few.Suddenly on Monday morning last, at the house of Mr. Alexander Johnston, Princetown Road, Mr. John Borthwick, of Annan Mills, Barbaraweit.
At Murray Harbour on Wednesday last, Mrs. Elizabeth Irving, relict of the late Mr. James Irving, aged 76 years.
Melancholy Circumstance – On Monday last, Mr. John Ferguson, Blacksmith, Georgetown, put an end to his existence by blowing his brains out with a musket, in his own forge. No reason is assigned for the unfortunate man’s committing so rash an act.
The Islander – Apr 5, 1844
Died.
On Saturday morning last, after a long and severe illness, which she bore under the influence of Christian piety and resignation to the divine will, Louisa, eldest daughter of Mr. John Tienaman, Watchmaker, of this town, aged 26 years.On Sunday last, Hannah, infant daughter of John Binns, Esq., aged 9 days.
The Islander – Apr 12, 1844
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Friday eveing, the 5th inst., suddenly, in the 47th year of his age, Solomon Des Brisay, Esq., J.P., for Queen’s County, fifth son of the Rev. Theophilus DesBrisay, late Rector of this Parish. His kindness of heart, and numerous good qualities, endeared him to an extensive circle of friends and acquaintances. In every relation of social life he acquired and preserved the respect and esteem of all, and of him it may with truth be said, that few men have gone to the tomb more universally beloved and regretted. He has left a wife and numerous family to deplore the loss of an attached and tender husband and father.At Point Prim, on the 29th ultimo, in the 66th year of his age. Mr. Donald McRae, a native of Rosshire, Scotland, and for 41 years a resident in this Island.
At Halifax, on the 29th ult., after a short illness, Mr. Thomas Cassedy, in the 62nd year of his age, a native of the County Wicklow, Ireland, and a resident of this city upwards of 40 years.
Inquest – On Thursday last, an Inquest was held at Gaspereaux, before the Coroner for King’s County, on the body of Rohena McLaren. It appeared that the deceased who had been long subject to fits had arisen at an early hour on the morning of Tuesday the 2d inst., while the rest of the family were still in bed, and went into the kitchen – that while occupied near the fireplace, she had been seized with a fit and fallen into the fire and was so severely burned that she died in a few hours afterwards. Verdict- Accidental death.
The Islander – Apr 26, 1844
Died.
On Tuesday the 23d instant, aged 37 years, tenderly beloved by a large circle of relatives and friends, Waitstill Douglas, fourth daughter of William Haszard, Esq., of Bellevue. Throughout a severe illness of several weeks’ duration, and borne with the most exemplary patience, she manifested a steady confidence in the merits of her Redeemer, to whom she resigned herself, as her dissolution approached, with the meekest submission and calmest fortitude of a Christian.The Islander – May 3, 1844
Died.
At St. John’s N.F., on the 17th ult., Mr. William R. Shea, Printer and Publisher of the “Newfoundlander,” aged 31 years.At Halifax, on the 14th inst., John Cunard, Esq., aged 44 years.
The Islander – May 10, 1844
Died.
On Tuesday the 30th ultimo, Eliza, youngest daughter of Mr. William White, York Point, aged 5 years.The Islander – May 31, 1844
Died.
Of paralysis, in February last, aged 54, the Rev. Edward Parkin, formerly Rector and Garrison Chaplain of Chambly, Lower Canada and latterly Curate of Milton Lilburne, Wiltshire, England.The Islander – Jun 7, 1844
Died.
At St. Mary’s Mills, on the 20th ult., aged two and a half years, Priscilla Harte, the only daughter of Mr. Henry Lewellin.Last evening, William Walter, fifth son of Mr. George Beer, Junr., aged 2 years and 4 months.
The Islander – Jun 14, 1844
Died.
On Friday, the 7th inst., after a lingering illness, Ann Elizabeth, eldest daughter of Mr. Thomas Hart, of this town, aged 18 years.The Islander – Jun 21, 1844
An Inquest was held on Tuesday morning, at Crabb’s Mills, on the Princetown Road, on the body of James Foyster. It appeared, from the evidence before the Coroner, that the unfortunate deceased was, the evening before, standing in front of the water wheel, whilst the Mill was at work, when his feet accidentally slipped and he fell against the wheel, which forced his body between it and the front of the flume, and killed him instantly. Verdict accordingly.
The Islander – Jun 28, 1844
Died.
On Thursday last, of Measles, Emily Jane, second daughter of Mr. Samuel Batt, aged two years and four months, after an illness of two days.The Islander – Jul 5, 1844
Death by Lightning – The heavy rain of Friday the 28th ult., was accompanied by several loud peals of thunder. The lightning in its progress, struck the house of Alex. Macgillivray, Mill Cove, Tracadie, and coming down the chimney, his daughter, a girl of nine years of age, was instantly killed. From the appearance of the body, it would appear that the lightning had struck one of her shoulders, and run down her side. Her sister, who was in the same room, escaped unhurt, although thrown down by the concussion. The father and mother, who were in an adjoining apartment, escaped uninjured. The electric fluid set fire to a bed in the room where the deceased was struck.
The Islander – Jul 12, 1844
Died.
At Chatham, England, of rupture of a blood vessel, aged 28 years, John Arthur Compton, second son of Thomas C. Compton, Esq., of Pavilion, Prince County, in this Island; his memory will long cherished by the inhabitants of Chatham and Rochester, and by all who were acquainted with his character.The Islander – Aug 9, 1844
Died.
On Sunday morning last, after a few days illness, of the Croup, Lemuel Thomas, youngest son of the late Mr. Thomas Sims, of Charlottetown, aged 11 years and four months.On Friday evening last, Timothy Weatherby, of Lot 49, aged 88 years.
On the march from Secunderabad to Trichinoply, of cholera, Lieut. George Lennox, 4th Madras cavalry, oldest son of Lord and Lady George Lennox, aged 23.
The Islander – Aug 16, 1844
Died.
On Tuesday last, John William, son of Mr. Kenneth McKenzie, Merchant, of this town, aged 7 years.At Lunenburg, on the 7th June, Elizabeth, wife of Hugh Williams, relict of George Holland, and daughter of the late John Clarke, of Tryon, Prince Edward Island. – Quebec Gazette, July 31.
The Islander – Aug 30, 1844
Died.
At Aberdeen, on the 24th ult., deeply lamented, John Emslie, Esq., late Captain in her Majesty’s 83d Regt. Capt. Emslie served in the Peninsular from June, 1813, to the end of the war, including the battles of Nivelle, Nive, and Orthes; actions of Sauveterree, Vic Bigorre and Tarbes, and battle of Toulouse; likewise in the Kandian insurrection of 1817 and ’18 in Ceylon. He was also actively employed during the late troubles in Canada. He was highly esteemed by his brother officers and a numerous circle of relatives and acquaintances.On Wednesday the 21st inst., Mr. Alexander Crawford, of Bedeque, aged 32 years. His death was that of the righteous.
At Tryon, very suddenly, on Thursday last, Mr. Joseph Wood, son of Mr. James Wood, aged 20 years.
At Music Hill, Lot 45, on Saturday the 25th August, of consumption, or a lingering sickness, which he bore with a pious resignation to the will of his Heavenly Father, Mr. James McCormack, at the round age of sixty years.
The Islander – Sep 13, 1844
Died.
At South Lancing, near Worthing, Sussex, in Aug. Last, Miss Anne Rice, sister of the Hon. Capt. Rice, of Upton, aged 48 years.The Islander – Oct 4, 1844
Melancholy Occurrence – On Wednesday 25th, an elderly person of the name of McIntyre, who had been Bookkeeper for a number of years, in the establishment of Joseph Wightman, Esq., at Brudenell Point, in a fit of temporary insanity, put an end to his existence, by hanging himself in one of Mr. Wightman’s Stores. It appears he first attempted to make way with himself by means of a silk handkerchief; but this not proving strong enough, it having broke off close to his neck, he procured some spun-yarn (or marling,) with which he made a rope, and having attached the same to a beam, he effected his purpose. When found he was quite dead.
Serious Accident – On Tuesday evening last, Mr. Francis Story, of Vernon River, Lot 49, accidentally ran against the end of a truck, and lacerated his liver. The unfortunate young man, who was only 18 years of age, lingered until the following evening when he expired. Verily “In the midst of life, we are in death.”
The Islander – Oct 11, 1844
Died.
On Monday last, aged 47, Mr. Alexander Brown, formerly Master of the Grammar School of this town and at his decease Second Master of the Central Academy. Possessed of high attainments and talents, which eminently qualified him for the important station which he filled, as an Instructor of youth, during the period of twenty-three years in this community, Mr. Brown had secured the warm attachment of his numerous pupils and the esteem of many private friends. He was a native of Dumfriesshire, Scotland, and has left a wife and large family to mourn their bereavement. His remains were followed to the grave, yesterday, by the scholars of the Academy, and of the National and other Schools, preceded by the Office Bearers and Member s of the Highland Society, in mourning, of which the deceased had been one of the earliest and most useful members.On the 4th Sept. last, at his living, at Sawley, in Derbyshire, the Rev. James Lowther Senhouse, youngest son of the late William Senhouse, Esq., and brother of the late Sir Humphrey Le Fleming Senhouse, and the lady of John Barrow, Esq., of this Island.
At Lot 8, on the 1st Sept last, Mr. Robert Small, Teacher, aged 57 years.
On Saturday last, Joseph and Benjamin, twin sons of Mr. George Weldon, aged 7 weeks and 3 days.
Another Fire At Crapaud. – Child Burnt.
On Saturday last, at about 9 o’clock in the morning, a dwelling house at the Back Settlement, Crapaud, occupied by Mr. William Tamlyn, together with his barn and all their contents, and also a stack of hay were consumed by fire. A person named Mrs. Creamer, who was the only adult left at home, (her husband having gone out to work, and the owner of the house being in town) went out to the barn, leaving her infant about 4 months old in a cradle asleep. After a short absence, not exceeding many minutes, she discovered fire bursting out through the crevises of the log walls. She immediately rushed to the door of the house, but was instantly overpowered with flame and smoke and prevented from entering. The alarm being soon spread, the neighbours quickly assembled, but from the rapid progress of the flames were unable to render assistance in securing the property or saving the life of the unfortunate sufferer. The bones and entrails of the child were afterwards discovered.The Islander – Oct 18, 1844
Died.
Suddenly, Thursday morning, John Boyle, Truckman, of Charlottetown, aged 50 years.The Islander – Oct 25, 1844
Died.
On the 29th of September, at Glassvane, Pinette River, Mr. Malcolm McLeod, aged 98. He immigrated to this Island in the year 1803, from the Isle of Skye, in the Polly, sent out by Lord Selkirk. He has left over one hundred descendants, in the different degrees of children, grand children, and great grand children.In Jamica, on the 18th day of August, of a Coup de Soleil, Dr. W. Morrin, aged 26 years.
The Islander – Nov 29, 1844
Death From Fire – We have also this week to record another, and as involving loss of life, a more afflicting dispensation. A little girl of about 6 years of age, the only daughter of John E.W. Alleyne, Esq., of Hillsborough, died on Friday last from injury received by her clothes catching fire two days previously, having suffered excruciating agony.
The Islander – Dec 6, 1844
Died.
On Friday last, Samuel Ernest, infant son of James D. Haszard, Esq., aged three months and three weeks.On the 29th ult., after a long illness, Mr. John Poole, Miller, of St. Peter’s Road, aged 81 years.
The Islander – Dec 28, 1844
Died.
Of Qumsy, on Sunday evening, the 15th inst., in the 40th year of her age, after an illness of only three days, Mrs. Mary Grady, wife of John Grady.At Georgetown, on the 28th ult., of Typhus Fever, in the 13th year of her age, Jane, daughter of Mr. John Thomson, of Georgetown.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1845Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1845. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.
The Islander – Jan 4, 1845Died.
At his residence in Wellington Row, in St. John, N.B., on Monday evening, the 8th instant, Thomas Barlow, Esq., in the 57th year of his age. Mr. Barlow was for many years a Representative for this City in General Assembly, and for the last 36 years, in Company with his late Father and his Brother, was extensively engaged in Business. Mr. Barlow has left a widow and four daughters to lament their loss.The Islander – Jan 11, 1845
Died.
At the family residence, Bushville, Miramichi, on the 31st ult., Mary Ann, wife of the Hon. Thomas H. Peters, and mother of the Solicitor General of this Island.At the Halifax Hotel, on Thursday evening, the 2d inst., Thomas W. Cochran, Esq., Merchant of this City, in the 29th year of his age. Universally regretted.
On Saturday the 28th ult., Mr. John McSween, Teacher of the Point Prim School, aged 26 years.
On the 10th Dec., at the advanced age of 89 years Mrs. Elizabeth Broe, widow of the Late John Broe Surveyor’s Inlet, East Point.
In Sackville, N.B., on the 28th ult., Mrs. Frances Avard, wife of Mr. Joseph Avard, formerly a resident of Charlottetown, aged 91 years. Her end was peace.
At Halifax, on Thursday morning, at 11 o’clock, Stephen Wastile Deblois, Esq., one of the oldest merchants of this city, universally regretted.
The Islander – Jan 18, 1845
Died.
At his residence in Fredericton, on Wednesday the 25th December, The Honorable William F. Odell, aged 70 years, deeply and sincerely regretted by his family and friends.- He was an old and faithful servant of the Crown, having filled the situation of Secretary of this Province for thirty two years.The Islander – Feb 1, 1845
Died.
At St. Avard’s, on Saturday, the 25th inst., Susan Kemys, infant daughter of William Forgan, Esq., Barrister at Law, aged 14 months.The Islander – Feb 8, 1845
Died.
At Souris, on Sunday morning the 26th January, Mr. William Hughes, Cabinet maker and Joiner, aged 58 years. The deceased was the brother of the celebrated Bishop Hughes, of Gibraltar, whose noble conduct in the cause of the Romish Church, is well known to the public.The Islander – Mar 1, 1845
Died.
At Bedeque, on Sunday night last, Miss Charlotte Eliza, second daughter of Mr. John R. Gardiner, aged 20 years.The islander – Mar 15, 1845
Died.
On Sunday the 9th inst., much respected, Mr. Alexander McCabe, Schoolmaster, Tryon Road, Lot 31 – Leaving a large family to lament his loss.On the 27th ult., at Princetown Royalty, Daniel Montgomery, Esq., aged 84 years. The deceased had been for upwards of 63 years a resident on this Island, and was for a number of years a Representative in the House of Assembly, and a Justice of the Peace for Prince County.
The Islander – Mar 22, 1845
Died.
On the 19th inst., Ada Sophia Piers Rice, third daughter of the Hon. Capt. Rice, of Upton, Aged 5 years and 9 months.At Leeds, in the county of York, in the 81st year of her age, Hannah, relict of the late Joseph Holroyd, Esq., of Wyther Grange, near that town.
The Islander – Mar 29, 1845
Died.
In the Lord, on Monday the 24th inst., in the 19th year of her age, Penelope, second daughter of the Rev. Dr. Jenkins, Charlottetown.At Charlottetown, on Monday night last, after a few days illness, Mr. Horatio Collings, aged 30 years.
On Wednesday the 26th inst., Jane, wife of Mr. David Hooper, Princetown Road, aged 62 years.
The deceased was alone in the House on Saturday last, the rest of the family being engaged about the Stables, when she was seized with a fit, and fell from her chair into the fire, and was so severely burnt, that she died in consequence.On Wednesday, the 19th inst., at the house of her son, J.R. Bourke, Esq., Mill View, Lot 49, Mary Maria, relict of the late James Mason, Esq., of Erina, and daughter of James Roche, Esq., of Ennis, County Clare, Ireland, in the 75th year of her age.
On Wednesday last, at the Commercial Inn, Mr. George Lorain, Mason, formerly of Pictou.
At North River Bridge, Lot 32, on Thursday, the 27th March, Catherine, relict of the late Dugald Mackinley, aged 85 years.
The Islander – Apr 12, 1845
Died.
On Friday last, Mr. John Prendergast, gardener and Botanist, aged 63 years. He emigrated to this Island about 12 years since, from the County of Kilkenny, Ireland.On Thursday evening last, after a short and severe illness, which she bore with Christian resignation, Jane, the beloved wife of Richard Parchard, jun., Esq., Merchant, of this place, aged 31 years, deeply regretted by her family and friends. – The deceased was the eldest daughter of the late William Oliphant, Esq., of Binigton Park, Leith. – N.F. Paper, March 12.
The Islander – Apr 26, 1845
Died.
On Monday last, Mrs. Mary Sellers, wife of Mr. John Sellers, tailor, and daughter of Mr. J. Witter, aged 37 years, leaving a husband and four small children to lament their loss.On Saturday last, Mrs. Flora Smith, wife of Robert Smith, truckman.
On Sunday last Mr. Henry K. Williams, Carpenter, son of the late Mr. Henry May Williams, aged 24 years.
The Islander – May 3, 1845
Died.
At Portland, (State of Maine) on the 10th of April, Mr. Levi Lockhart, in the 63d year of his age, a native of Newport, N.S.At Leamington, Spa., Edward Brabazon Brenton, Esq., Judge of the Supreme Court of Newfoundland, in his 82d year.
At Tryon, on Friday the 25th inst., Mr. James Wood, aged 68 years – an old inhabitant of that place. His end was peace.
At Charlottetown, on Saturday morning, the 3rd May, Josia Williams, Millwright and Miller, of Souris, aged 39 years.
At the New Village, Lot 19, on the 2nd inst., Mary, wife of Mr. Alexander McNeil, after a long illness, which she bore with Christian patience. Mrs. McNeil was a native of Barra, Scotland, and immigrated to this Island in 1819.
The Islander – May 10, 1845
Died.
On Sunday last,, in the 35th year of her age, after a long and painful illness, which she endured in patience and faith, Grace, the beloved wife of Mr. David Wilson, Merchant of this Town; and second daughter of Mr. James Dechman, sen., of Halifax.The Islander – May 16, 1845
Died.
At Lot 16 on the 2d inst., in her 65th year, after a painful illness which she bore with great composure, Ann, wife of the Rev. William McGregor. She was a native of Perthshire, Scotland.At Souris, on Saturday the 10th inst., in the 20th year of her age, after a lingering illness, Elizabeth, eldest daughter of the late Mr. Thomas Perkins.
The Islander – Jun 6, 1845
Died.
On Sunday last, at 2 o’clock, a.m., in the 52nd year of his age, after a lingering illness borne with Christian fortitude at the residence of his son, in Charlottetown, Mr. John Benny Morrison, of Cavendish, a native of the city of Edinburgh and son of Quarter Master Douglas Morrison, late of the 12th Light Dragoons. He was a kind husband and affectionate parent, and has left a widow and eight children with a large circle of relations and friends to lament their bereavement. He had a grounded hope of a happy immortality and truly his end was peace.On the 20th April, at London, George Beresford Dawson, Esq., late of the rifle Brigade, and second son of the right Hon. George R. Dawson.
The Islander – Jun 20, 1845
Died.
On Thursday 12th, after a long illness, Mrs. Boyle, wife of Mr. Robert Boyle, Truckman.The Islander – Jun 27, 1845
Died.
On Wednesday night last, at Charlottetown, Mary, eldest daughter of the late Nicholson Marquand, aged 22 years.On the 21st May, after a long illness, in St. Thomas, Exeter, Mary, wife of Mr. George Weldon, gardener, and mother of Mr. George Weldon, of this town, aged 70 years.
The Islander – Jul 4, 1845
Died.
On Thursday the 3rd instant, in the 24th year of her age, of Puerperal fever, eight days after having given birth to a female child, which survives her. Fanny Elizabeth, - the beloved wife of Edward Rupert Humphreys, Esq., Head Master of the Central Academy; and daughter of the late James Faulkner, Esq., of Chester, England. Her end was pence.
The Funeral will take place on Sunday next, at half-past One o’clock.The Islander – Jul 18, 1845
Died.
On Wednesday, 9th, Rueben, infant son of Mr. George Hubbard, master of the infant School, aged 9 months.Near Port Hill, on Tuesday last, of Consumption, Mr. Donald Carr, aged 30 years.
At Charlottetown, yesterday, Mr. James Macdonald, Carpenter, aged 65 years.
Coroner’s Inquests – On Sunday last an Inquest was held at Brackley Point Road, on Margaret, daughter of Mr. John Stewart, Lot 33, who had been missed since the Sunday previous. It appears that she had got up very early on that day and had left the house with the intention of bringing home the Cows, so that she might be in readiness to go to a Sunday School newly opened in that Settlement; but she never returned from the woods. The anxiety of her parents became great and the whole of last week, companies of men, volunteers, were employed in ranging and searching the Woods for her but without success. It does credit to the humanity and sympathy of the inhabitants of Town and Country, as from 200 to 500 persons were engaged daily. She was discovered, however, in her Father’s Mill-pond, under a Saw-log, and it is thought, that in crossing the pond on a boom of logs she had fallen through, and the logs having closed over her, she thus met her untimely fate. She was a girl of blameless and amiable character. – Verdict, Accidental death.
A second Inquest was held on view of a boy named Isaac Dodd. The circumstances as we have heard are as follow:
On Sunday afternoon last, an alarm was given, that a boy who had gone to bathe near the Four Gun Battery, was drowning a great number of people immediately made for the spot, but before they had arrived he had sank. When he was brought up, every means were taken to resuscitate him, but without effect, as the vital spark had fled. Another boy who had gone in the water with him, nearly met the same fate; for it was with difficulty he disentangled himself from the grip of the deceased. It appears he could not swim, and had ventured out to nearly his depth, when he put his foot into a hole where stone had been quarried, and was thus submerged over head in the water. He was about 16 years of age, and son of Mr. Joseph Dodd, Upholsterer, of this Town.Boat Upset and Six Lives Lost – Another distressing accident occurred at Big Cape, Lot 42, on Friday last. Angus Macdonald of that place with his four sons, and a son of John Macintyre, a lad of about 14 years of age, and a son of Donald McDonald went out a Fishing. In the afternoon the wind veered round from the North to the South, which caused a high sea, which upset the boat, and they were all thrown overboard. After struggling for some time, in the water, they were all drowned, except one of the sons of Angus Macdonald, who was washed on shore, where he was found in a state of insensibility. He was put into a cart and taken home, and now lies in a precarious state. Four other bodies have since been found.
The Islander – Aug 8, 1845
Died.
At Indian River, Lot 18, on the 7th day of July, of Cancer, Mr. John Stewart, aged 42. Many friends and relations are left to lament the loss of an affectionate friend.Suddenly, of the Brain fever, at De Sable, on Thursday morning, the 31st of July, in the 18th year of his age, Neil, fourth son of Mr. Archibald McKinnon, of the same place.
Drowned at Fredericton, N.B., on the 4th June, Neil, the second son of Mr. John McKay, of Princetown Royalty, aged 27, greatly regretted by his friends and acquaintances.
The Islander – Aug 15, 1845
Died.
At Tryon, on Sunday last, Mr. Philip Caulbeck, aged 44 years.On Saturday last, Mrs. Catherine Lacy, aged 54 years.
The Islander – Aug 22, 1845
Died.
On Tuesday the 12th inst., of fever, Henry, eldest son of Mr. J. Locke, Sable, aged 20 years.The Islander – Aug 29, 1845
Died.
At Bath, England, recently, John Haythorne, Esq., formerly of Hill House, Gloucestershire.The Islander – Sep 5, 1845
Died.
At Bay Fortune on the 1st instant, after a lingering illness, which she bore with Christian fortitude, in the 49th year of her age, Mary, wife of Philip Franklin Calbeck, Esq., formerly Sub-collector of the Magdalen Islands, and Justice of the Peace for that District.Fatal Accident – On Thursday evening last, as Mr. John Carver, and his son, of Lot 49, were returning home from their work, riding on a truck – the father sitting behind, and the son driving – the son gave the horse a cut, for the purpose of driving faster, when the sudden jerk of the truck is supposed to have thrown his father off. The son did not observe that he had fallen until he had proceeded some distance; he ran back, and was surprised to find him speechless. The unfortunate deceased fell on his neck, and partially dislocated it. He lingered until Saturday last, when death put an end to his sufferings.
Accident. – On Tuesday last, a person by the name of McNeill, accompanied by another person named McMillan, left Belfast for Charlottetown, where the former expected to meet some friend supposed to have arrived in the Antelope from Liverpool. When they had proceeded as far as between Governor’s Island and Bellevue, a sudden squall came on and the boat filled, when she sank, with the masts standing above water, McMillan clung to a mast, but McNeill thinking he could make the shore by swimming left the boat and perished in the attempt. McMillan stuck to the boat, and did not leave her, until he was rescued. Search was then made, and the body of the unfortunate deceased was found in seven feet of water. A coroner’s Inquest was held on the body, by D. Hodgson, Esq., on Tuesday last.
The Islander – Sep 19, 1845
Died.
On Saturday last, at Charlottetown, after a short illness, Mr. Patrick Kelly, Cooper, aged 51 years.On Sunday last, Miss Maria Love, aged 35 years.
Suicide – Mr. George Irving, of Cherry Valley, who has for some time past been laboring under a species of Lunacy, put an end to his existence on Thursday night last, by hanging himself in his own house.
The Islander – Oct 4, 1845
Coroner’s Inquest – On the morning of Sunday last, an Inquest was taken before Daniel Hodgson, Esq., Coroner for this County, on view of the body of a lad named James Kenan, aged 13, who was accidentally killed on the previous day by falling through some loose planks at one of Mr. J.R. Bourke’s Saw mills, Lot 50, and being crushed and mangled by the water wheel, in its rapidity of motion.
The Islander – Oct 11, 1845
Died.
On Thursday morning, the 9th inst., Amelin Magdalene, fourth daughter of Mr. Thomas Desbrisay, aged twenty years. Funeral on Sunday, at 2 o’clock.The Islander – Oct 18, 1845
Died.
At the Island of Holensberg, in the Pacific Ocean, on the 14th March last, suddenly, Mr. Ronald Macdonald, son of Alexander Macdonald, of St. Margaret’s in this Island, Esq. Mr. Macdonald, at the time of his demise, was supercargo and master of the Brig Lady Harvey.On Wednesday last, of Puerperal fever, nine days after having given birth to a male child, which survives her, Mrs. Whelan, wife of Mr. Edward Whelan, formerly proprietor of the Palladium, Newspaper, aged 32 years.
At Covehead, on Wednesday last, after a long and painful illness, which she bore with Christian resignation, Elizabeth, youngest daughter of Mr. Neil Leitch, aged 18 years.
The Islander – Oct 25, 1845
Died.
At Lower Le Harve, Nova Scotia, in September last, Mr. William Dawson, Schoolmaster, in the 48th year of his age; formerly of Prince Edward Island.On Thursday last, the body of Capt Young, an old and experienced coaster, well known in this community, was found drowned about noon, in the land wash on Rustico Island, by two lads who accidentally fell in with the body while shooting along the shore. How the deceased met his death, we have not yet been enabled to ascertain. A few hours previous to his body being found, he had left the Blacksmith’s Forge of Mr. John Robinson, on Rustico Island; and whether he was attempting to get on board the Schr. “Defiance,” stranded on the Island – of which he was pilot – and met with his death by being upset, remains as yet a mystery.
The Islander – Nov 1, 1845
Died.
At Kalpore, East India, July 31st, Eliza, wife of Captain W.H. Grubb, Hon. East India Company’s Artillery.At Cove Head, on Thursday, the 23d ult., Hulday, wife of Capt. Sexton, aged 53 years.
Suddenly, at Lot 48, on Wednesday, the 29th ult., Mrs. Jane Kennedy, widow, aged 93 years.
Of the croup, on Thursday week last, aged seven years, Cornelius, third son of Mr. Peter Higgins, of Covehead.
Distressing Bereavement – Un Thursday, the 16th inst., Mary, the fourth daughter of Mr. John Hillson, of Wilmot Creek, aged five years, was standing near the fire when her mother went out to draw a pail of water. Mrs. Hillson, hearing the children screaming as she was returning, ran in immediately, and found the child whose cotton frock had caught fire, enveloped in flames. She took her at once to the pail, and threw the water over her; and medical aid was very soon obtained; but the burn was fatal. The child died the next morning, about 21 hours after the accident occurred.
The Islander – Nov 8, 1845
Died.
Of decline, on Friday last, Mary, second daughter of Mr. John Brethuck, of Sheepstown, in the county of Kilkenny, Ireland, and wife of Mr. Edward Kickham, of this town.The Islander – Nov 22, 1845
Died.
At Montague River, on Sunday the 11 inst., Mr. Dimbo Suckles, aged 84 years, much regretted by his numerous family and a large circle of acquaintances. He immigrated to this Island 60 years ago.The Islander – Nov 29, 1845
Died.
At Princetown Royalty, on the 9th inst., Mrs. Sarah Woodside, wife of Mr. James Woodside, in the 68th year of her age. She died of a mortification in her arm, having been seized with it the day week before her death.The Islander – Dec 6, 1845
Died.
At Bath, England on the 29th October, Sir Gabriel Wood.The Islander – Dec 13, 1845
Accident. – John McDonald, of Bristol, mate of the Brig, Three Brothers, from Richmond Bay, came to his death by suffocation, on board said vessel, while lying in the above Bay, on the 17th November last. It appears that the unfortunate deceased had been complaining of the cold, and that on retiring to rest in the cabin, he made on a large fire of coal, and called on someone on deck to close the companion. On calling him the next morning he was found apparently lifeless. He lingered for 27 hours, and then expired. A cat that was in the cabin at the time, was also found dead.
The Islander – Dec 20, 1845
Died.
On Wednesday last, the 17th instant, at Charlottetown, at the advanced age of 87 years, John Frederick Holland, Esq., late Barrack Master and Ordnance Storekeeper of this Island. The deceased was the eldest son of the late Samuel Holland, Esq., Surveyor General of Canada, and was the only surviving member of a numerous family. He entered the service, at a very early period of life, in the 7th Regiment, or Royal Fusiliers, under the patronage of His Royal Highness the late Duke of Kent, who was then Colonel of it; and with this Regiment served in Canada and Nova Scotia, but was chiefly employed in the duties of the Engineer Department, with which, from great practical knowledge, he was thoroughly acquainted. In the 1793 he was sent to this Island as Barrack Master and Ordnance Storekeeper, and, with these appointments, discharged the duties of Town Major, until he was relieved by an officer for Head Quarters. For upwards of eight years he was an efficient member of the House of Assembly, as one of the representatives for Charlottetown, and was shortly after elevated to a seat in the Executive Council. He was extensively engaged, for many years in the Militia services of the Island, and held the appointment of Adjutant General, with the local unattached rank of a Colonel, and was the senior Magistrate in the Colony, at the period of his resignation of that office. Colonel Holland was a man of talent, scientific education, and pleasing, gentlemanly manners; and, antecedent to the severe pressure of his infirmities which latterly called for retirement, was an active, influential and useful member of this community.The same day, at the advanced age of 91 years, Mr. William Jetson.
Suddenly, this morning, Mr. Patrick Ryan, Shoemaker, aged 45 years.
The Islander – Dec 27, 1845
Died.
(unreadable) on Wednesday morning last, at his residence, (unreadable) 52 years, William Clark, Esq., one of the first inhabitants of that section. He served as a Representative for Princetown and Royalty for eight years, and was otherwise a useful member of the community in which he lived. He has left a wife and seven children to lament the loss of a kind and provident husband and parent.Of consumption on Thursday morning last, Rebecca, wife of Mr. John Costin, Merchant, of this town, aged 36 years. Her funeral will take place tomorrow (Sunday) at the hour of 3 o’clock, p.m.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1846Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1846. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.The Islander – Jan 24, 1846
Died.
On Saturday the 9th inst., at Pinette, Mr. Donald McRae.On the 5th inst., Finlay, son of Mr. John Smith, carpenter, aged 5 months.
At Charlottetown, on Saturday, the 17th inst., Edward Arkisson, infant son of Mr. Edward Whelan, aged 3 months and 11 days.
Melancholy Occurrence – A Mr. Dennis Downey, and Mr. Daniel McCachran, natives of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, were engaged in the Lumber woods, in the employ of Mr. Amos Dickenson. It appears that they got astray in the woods, and after two days search Downey was found dead, and McCachran so badly frozen that at our latest accounts, it was though he could not live. – Woodstock Telegraph.
The Islander – Jan 31, 1846
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Sunday morning, the 25th January, Edward Leigh, the infant son of Captain Mellish, Rifle Brigade, aged 14 months.On Wednesday last, aged 74 years, Mrs. Margaret Bannerman, relict of the late Mr. William Bannerman, of Pictou, Nova Scotia.
The Islander – Feb 7 1846
Died.
On the 15th ult., Mrs. Ellen Kickham, a native of Clonmel, County Tipperary, Ireland, aged 66 years.The Islander – Feb 14, 1846
Died.
At Frenchfort, on Saturday, the 31st ult., at the advanced age of 94 years, Mrs. Ann Stewart, relict of the late Mr. John Stewart, formerly of Saw Mill Farm. The deceased emigrated to this Island from Ireland, and when she came here, there were only three houses in Charlottetown.At Halifax, on Wednesday, the 28th ult., the Honourable S.G. W. Archibald, Master of the Rolls, and Judge of the Court of Vice Admiralty, aged 69 years. By the death of Mr. Archibald, the Province has been deprived of one of its ablest Judges, and Society of one of the most amiable of men.
The Islander – Feb 28, 1846
Died.
At London on the 12th ult., Robert Stewart, Esq., of Great Russell Street. The above gentleman was a proprietor of a large tract of land in this Island.On Thursday morning, the 19th inst., Francis, infant son of Mr. John Costin, of this town, aged 6 months.
Very suddenly, Margaret, wife of Mr. James Ferguson, Elliot River, aged 29 years. She took a fit of coughing on Friday night, and died the next morning.
At Lot 49, after a long and painful illness, which she bore with Christian fortitude, on the 11th instant, Mrs. Rachael Weatherbe, aged 87 years.
Distressing Accident – Mr. Neil McPhee, of Big Pond, Lot 45, while chopping firewood in the woods on the 3d instant, was killed by the falling of a tree. He was dreadfully mangled, and lived but two hours after the accident. The deceased has left a wife and six children to lament their loss.
The Islander – Mar 7, 1846
Died.
At Johnston’s Road, aged 32 years, Margaret, wife of Mr. Malcolm Bethune, after giving birth to a child.At York River, on Friday morning last, Mr. Alexander Mackenzie, aged 88 years, an old inhabitant of that place.
At St. Peter’s Bay on Thursday the 26th February, Robert Douglas Dingwell, son of Mr. Charles Dingwell, aged 9 months and 5 days.
The Islander – Mar 14, 1846
Died.
At East Point on Monday the 2nd inst., Mrs. Catharine Campbell, relict of Mr. John Campbell, in the 78th year of her age.On the 4th ult., Margaret, and on the 2nd inst., Isabella, the former in the 22nd year, and the latter in the 24th year of her age, both daughters of Mr. Angus McCormack, Naufrage, Lot 43.
The Islander – Mar 23, 1846
Died.
At Georgetown, on the 16th inst., in the 21st year of her age, Christianna Cameron, wife of Mr. Charles McLaren, Postmaster, Georgetown, much and deservedly regretted by a large circle of friends and acquaintances.The Islander – Apr 4, 1846
Died.
At her late residence in Great George Street, on the 1st of April, instant, deeply regretted by a large circle of relatives and friends, Mrs. Hannah Cantelo, in the 48th year of her age. Funeral tomorrow, Sunday, at 2 p.m., when the friends of the deceased are respectfully requested to attend.At Darnley, on Wednesday morning last, at the advanced age of 82 years, Mrs. MacNutt, widow of the late James MacNutt, Esq., and daughter of the late Chief Justice Stewart, of this Island. Regretted by her numerous relatives and friends.
The Islander – Apr 11, 1846
Died.
At the White Sands, on the 24th ult., after an illness of six days Ann, eldest daughter of Mr. William Machon, in the 18th year of her age.On Friday, the 3d instant, Mrs. Isabella McKinnon, widow of Mr. Neil McKinnon, aged 84 years.
Suddenly on Sunday last, during the service at the Catholic chapel, Robert Allan, Truckman, fell down and expired.
Capt. John Tybring, an old and esteemed seaman, of New York, died on the 20th of February on board the barque Curtis, of which vessel he was master. – Philadelphia Courier.
The Islander – Arp 24, 1846
Died.
At the West Cape, March 18th, Mrs. Macpherson, relict of John Macpherson, sen., aged 36 years.At Dalhousie, N.B., on the 17th Feb., in the 53d year of her age, Mary, relict of the late Lieut. Dumaresque, R.N., and Collector of H.M. Customs, at that port. The deceased was the eldest daughter of the late Charles Stewart, Esq., of Richmond House, in Prince County. She bore a long and painful illness with much Christian patience and submission, and departed this life in the full assurance of a blessed immortality.
At his residence, at St. Margaret’s on the 3d inst., Alexander Macdonald, Esq., in the 68th year of his age.
The Islander – May 8, 1846
Died.
On the 6th March, at his residence, at Moor-hill, near Southampton, Edward Richard Barwell, Esq., son of the late Richard Barwell, Esq. of Stansted Park, Sussex – long a distinguished civilian in the service of the East India Company, and deeply regretted by his afflicted widow and family.The Islander – May 22, 1846
Died.
On Tuesday last, at Charlottetown, Miss Janet Aitken, daughter of Mr. W. Aitken, late Engineer of the St. George, aged 18 years.The Islander – May 29, 1846
Died.
On Friday last, Mr. John O’Brien, Carpenter.
On Saturday last, Mr. Alexander McIsaac, Elliot River.
The Islander – Jun 5, 1846
Died.
On Friday last, Mrs. Mary Cardiff, wife of Mr. John Cardiff, Harbour’s Mouth, aged 55 years.On the 28th May, aged 19 months, Charlotte, the youngest daughter of Mr. William Tindall, of Richmond Village, Lot 19.
The Islander – June 12, 1846
Died.
On Saturday the 6th June, at Poplar Island, Mrs. Ann Maclean, widow of the late Mr. John McLean, aged 74 years.At Elliot River, on the 10th April last, Christy Ann McLeod, wife of Mr. Joseph Vickerson, aged 20 years, four days after giving birth to a child. Also on the 28th May, Joseph Vickerson, the husband of the aforesaid deceased, aged 23 years.
At St. John, N.B., on Wednesday the 3d inst., Matilda, Wife of William J. Starr, Esquire, of that City, and Sister-in-law to the lady of the Hon. C. Young of this Island.
Coroner’s Inquest – A lad belonging to this town, named Robert Jackson, aged 25, was accidentally drowned yesterday, in consequence of jumping out of a leaky boat, in which he was endeavouring to cross the Hillsborough. An Inquest was held in the afternoon – Verdict accidental death.
The Islander – Jun 19, 1846
Died.
At Twillingate, on the 9th January last, after a brief illness, affectionately lamented by his numerous congregation, and by all who knew him, the Rev. Wm. Marshall, Wesleyan Missionary. – Newfld. Paper.The Islander – Jul 3, 1846
Died.
At Tryon, on the 13th instant, in the 75th year of his age, Mr. James Howat, senior, an old and respectable inhabitant of that community for 40 years.On Thursday the 2nd inst., Rebecca Boggs, infant daughter of Dr. Tremain, aged 8 months.
The Islander – Jul 10, 1846
Died.
On Saturday last, at Elliot River, Mrs. Catherine Bell, Wife of Mr. Malcolm Curry, aged 37 years.On the 25 ult., in this Town, Charles Scott, aged 20 years, a native of Edinburg, Scotland.
Suddenly, on Sunday evening last, at Kintyre Settlement, near the Brackley Point Road, in the 26th year of his age, Mr. John McDonald, son of James McDonald, of the East River. The deceased was much esteemed by all his neighbours, and came to his premature death by a kick from a horse, while in Charlottetown on Saturday evening last.
The Islander – Jul 17, 1846
Died.
At Constantine, in the County of St. Joseph, State of Michigan, on the 18th June, after a lingering illness, which she bore with exemplary fortitude and resignation to the Divine will, Susan Eliza, wife of Mr. George L. Camber, and third daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fellows of this town, in the 26th year of her age, leaving a large circle of friends and relations, to mourn their irreparable loss. It is their consolation to know that she died in the full assurance of a joyful resurrection. The deceased resided for some time in Charlottetown, and was esteemed and beloved by all who had the pleasure of her acquaintance for her amiable disposition and possession of every virtue that can adorn the female character.The Islander – Jul 31, 1846
Died.
On 20th inst., Euphemia, daughter of Mr. John Nicholl, Charlottetown royalty, aged 30 years.At Orwell River, on Saturday night last, after a very short illness, Mr. Malcolm Gillis, aged 38 years.
The Islander – Aug 14, 1846
Died.
At the residence of Mr. Hugh A. Caie, Shippigan on the 31 ult., Thomas Peters, infant son of the Hon. Joseph Cunard, aged 7 months.Death by Drowning. – We regret to have to record this week, the melancholy death of two individuals by drowning, Monday night last, the 10th inst., at nine o’clock, at Grand River Lot 16. The particulars are as follow;
A few days previous to the accident, a new Brig was launched called the Arion, and on Monday night, the owner, Mr. John Malcolm, together with 3 other persons, went off in a boat for the purpose of weighing a Kedge anchor – it blowing fresh at the time – and just as they had nearly accomplished their object, the boat upset, and melancholy to relate, Mr. John Malcolm, the owner and a Frenchman, were drowned. Mr. Malcolm who was an expert swimmer, called out to the men to make for the shore, about 300 yards distant, and it is supposed that he was either endeavouring to save the Frenchman, and got entangled with him, or else took a cramp, which he was subject to, and the result was, as we have before stated. The body was found, standing erect, the next morning, with the head out of water. An Inquest was held before John Wright, Esq., and a verdict returned accordingly. The body of the unfortunate deceased was brought to town and was yesterday interred in the Burial Ground at Lot 43. Cross Roads, in the presence of a large and respectable number of the inhabitants of the town. The deceased was a son of Mr. James Malcolm, and a Grand Son of the late Sir John Malcolm of Balbedie, one of the oldest and most respectable families in the Count of Fife.The Islander – Aug 21, 1846
Died.
On Saturday last, of cancer, at the age of 56 years, Eliza, wife of Mr. James Kelly, Cooper, of this town. She bore the pains of this distressing malady for upwards of four years, with exemplary fortitude and resignation, and died, leaving a large family and a numerous circle of friends to deplore her loss.On Friday the 7th inst., in the 86 year of his age, Mr. Philip Blatch, of this town. The deceased was a native of Hampshire, Eng., and immigrated to this Island in the year 1799.
This morning, (Friday) Mary Jane, infant Daughter of George Coles, Esq., aged 4-1/2 months. Funeral will take place on Sunday next at 2 o’clock, when Friends are requested to attend.
The Islander – Aug 28, 1846
Died.
On Friday, the 21st inst., to the great grief of her parents, Marian Maria Georgina, infant daughter of W. Stewart, Esq.On Saturday last, Frederick John, infant son of Mr. Samuel Burdick, aged 9 months.
On the 12th inst., at the Georgetown Road, Jane, wife of Mr. George Sentiner, Blacksmith.
The Islander – Sep 4, 1846
Died.
At Long Creek, West River, on Thursday, 3d inst., after a short illness, Mr. Dougald Bell, aged 65, a worthy inhabitant of that place.The Islander – Sep 11, 1846
Died.
On Tuesday morning last Henry Pryor, second son of Thomas B. Tremain, Esq., aged 8 years.On Saturday morning, aged 5 months, Edwin Godsell, infant son of Mr. J.W. Morrison.
On Thursday evening last, James, aged 2 years and 9 months; and on Saturday at two o’clock, John, aged 8 years and 7 months; and on Tuesday at 3 o’clock, Jane, aged 7 months, and at 6 o’clock on Tuesday, Jesse, aged 5 years, all children of Mr. John Ferguson, Craggan Farm, on the Hillsborough.
On Friday last, Mr. Richard Wall, Hatter, for many years supported by the Ladies’ Benevolent Society.
On Sunday evening last, at Lot 48, Mr. Patrick Carroll, aged 50 years.
The Islander – Sep 18, 1846
Died.
On Saturday last, James, infant son of Mr. Samuel Mutch, aged 8 months.On Thursday last, at St. Peter’s deeply and deservedly regretted, in the 65th year of his age, the Rev. Robert Douglass, Presbyterian Missionary.
Accident – On the night of Friday last, a melancholy accident occurred in our Harbour, resulting in the death of Angus McQuarrie, of De Sable, who with his brother John, had been spending the evening on board the Schooner Armada, belonging to Charles McQuarrie, brother to the deceased, which vessel is running as a regular Packet during the present season, between this port and Miramichi. The deceased was missed on the morning of Saturday, his hat only being found on the deck, and during the whole of that day and the forenoon of Sunday, the adjoining waters were dragged until the body of the deceased was recovered in the neighbourhood of the Queen’s Wharf, not far from the spot where the vessel lay. An inquest was held on the body yesterday, before Daniel Hodgson, Esq. ,Coroner of Queen’s County, which occupied eight hours, and several witnesses, including Dr. Mackieson, in his medical capacity, were examined. From the evidence, it was manifest that the deceased who was very much intoxicated on the night in question, had accidentally fallen from the deck of the Schooner; no marks of violence were conspicuous. In accordance with the evidence, the Jury, through their intelligent Foreman, George Birnie, Esq., gave the following verdict. “Found drowned, having been previously in a state of intoxication.” The deceased has left a widow and four young children. – Gazette.
The Islander – Sep 25, 1846
Died.
At his residence, Holland Grove, on the 24th inst., deeply regretted by all who had the happiness of his acquaintance, John Grubb, Esq., late of Horsenden House, in the County of Bucks, England, aged 59 years.On Thursday evening last, after a few days illness, Lewis, Youngest son of L.Y. Nash, Esq., Ordnance Storekeeper, and Barrack Master, aged 6 years and 10 months.
On Friday last, Martha, second daughter of Mr. John Rowe, in the 28th year of her age. She had been for the last 16 years a great sufferer, from an afflicting illness, which she bore with much meekness and resignation.
On Saturday last, at the Ferry, Lot 48, Mr. Humphrey Minchia, Wharfinger of the Ferry Wharf.
The Islander – Oct 2, 1846
Died.
At her residence, Princetown Road, on Sunday last, Mrs. Ellen Walsh, aged 60 years.
On Thursday, the 24th ult., Mr. Neil McEachren, aged 62 years, and on Monday last, Mrs. McEachren, wife of the aforementioned, both of the prevailing disease.On Wednesday last, after a short illness, Mary Longuet, eldest daughter of Capt. Orlebar, R.N., aged 7 years and 10 months.
The Late John Grubb, Esq. – Among the victims of the prevailing epidemic, this community has to lament the loss of one of its most valued members, John Grubb, Esq., whose death is recorded in the Obituary of our present number. In the enjoyment of a handsome competence, Mr. Grubb immigrated to this Island with his family, about five years since, and pleased with the land of his adoption and its people, had determined upon spending the evening of his days among us. By the amiability of his character, his unostentatious manners and general benevolence, he gained the respect and esteem of all classes of society.
The funeral of this lamented gentleman took place on Sunday last, and considering the limited time of his sojourn here, we never witnessed a more general manifestation of public respect and sympathy, than was evinced upon this melancholy occasion. From the Queens’ Representative (whom we noticed as one of the chief mourners) to the humblest individual in the community, all ranks seemed anxious to pay their last sad tribute to departed worth. In addition to the numerous train which attended his remains to the grave, there was one general expression of deep regret for his decease, and sympathy for his afflicted family. – Gazette.The Islander – Oct 9, 1846
Died.
On Wednesday, the 7th inst., in the 48th year of his age, after much severe suffering, which he bore with Christian meekness and pious resignation to the Divine Will, Mr. Edward Affleck Moody, Publisher and Proprietor of the Morning News, Newspaper – formerly of Halifax, N.S. Funeral on Sunday next, at half-past 1 o’clock, p.m.Of dysentery at Three Rivers, on the 23d ult., Mr. William Harris, Bible Christian Missionary, aged 27 years. He came from England about two years since, and heartily engaged in the important work, for which he came to the Island, viz: to preach the Gospel of Christ. In it he labored with success, and was generally beloved by all who knew him. He has left a widow, an orphan babe, and a large circle of friends and acquaintance to lament his loss.
At Souris, on Friday the 2d instant, after four days illness, universally respected, Mr. Angus McDonald, Merchant, aged 38 years.
On Monday morning, Mr. Patrick Rockford, Millwright, late of Kilkenny, Ireland, aged 58 years.
At York River, on the 30th ult., Mrs. Betsey Warren.
At South shore, on Sunday last, Mrs. Bridget Quilty, aged 60 years.
At New London, of Dysentry, on Saturday the 26th ult., Mrs. John Millman, and on Tuesday the 9th, ult., Mr. John Millman, her husband.
The Islander – Oct 16, 1846
Died.
At Murray Harbour, o the evening of Thursday the 8th, of the prevailing epidemic, Benjamin Clow, Esq., in the 49th year of his age. He has left a wife and eight children to mourn their bereavement. The deceased was highly respected in life, his death is greatly and deeply regretted. He was a native of Dumfriesshire, emigrated to Murray Harbour in 1817, where through industry, combined with economy, he arrived at the distinction and comfort of independence.At Murray Harbour, of Dysentery, on the 29th of Sept., in the 4th year of her age, Lucy, daughter of the late Benjamin Clow, Esq.
On Monday morning, Mr. Edward Forrestal, late of the County Kilkenny, Ireland, aged 35 years.
Of Dysentery, on Monday evening, Mr. Roderick McDonald, (2d Creek,) Lot 49, aged 60 years.
Of Dysentery, same day, Mr. Peter Powell, of Tracadie, aged 63 years.
At Elliot River Road, on Saturday last, Catherine, daughter of Mr. Martin Egan, aged 18 years.
On Sunday last, Richard, son of the late Mr. Richard Ryan, Shoemaker, aged 9 months.
On Monday, Mary, daughter of Mr. Thomas Broyderick, aged 16 months.
At New London, Mrs. Profit, wife of Mr. John H. Profit.
On Firday last, an infant daughter of Mr. James Scantlebury, jun.
At Charlottetown, on Wednesday last, suddenly, James Conley, Labourer.
At Charlottetown Royalty, on Wednesday last, after a lingering illness, Mr. John Croker, aged 54 years. The funeral will take place, from his late residence, on Sunday next at 1 o’clock, when the friends of the deceased are respectfully invited to attend.
The Islander – Oct 23, 1846
Died.
Among the cases of Dysentry, we regret to record four sons of the family of James Campbell, Esq., of New London, the eldest of whom was eleven years.At Cavendish, on the 13th inst., Margaret, fifth daughter of Mr. Henry Robertson, aged 14 years.
On the 16th inst., of Dysentry, Donald McInnis, of Mill Cove, aged 56 years.
At Murray Harbour, on the 30 ult., of Dysnetry, Mr. James Duane(?), a native of Ireland, aged 65 years.
On the 15th October, John, son of Mr. William Keoughan, aged 9 years and 3 months.
We are exceedingly sorry to have to record the death of Mr. John Simms, Jun., son of John C. Simms, Esq., New London, caused by falling overboard from the Brigt. Rose, Stephenson, master, from Dublin to Halifax, on the night of Sunday the 11th inst., within two days sail of Halifax, the vessel being under a close reefed canvass at the time.
The Islander – Oct 30, 1846
Died.
Of Dysentery at Bunbury Farm, Lot 48, on the 21st instant, Lucinda, seventh daughter of the late Mr. John Norton, of Bellevue Farm, Brudenell river, aged 23 years.At Charlottetown, on Monday morning last, very suddenly, by the bursting of a blood vessel, Mr. Edmund Fanning Nelson, son of Samuel Nelson, Esq., aged 27 years.
At New London, on the 6th instant, Mr. James Adams, aged 23 years.
At Lot 67, Princetown road, of Dysentery, on Thursday the 8th inst., Mr. James McDowall, aged 49 years; and on Saturday the 10th, his second daughter, aged 5 years.
The Islander – Nov 6, 1846
Died.
At Bay Fortune, on Thursday last, the 5th inst., after a short illness, sincerely regretted, William Dingwell, Esq., for many years a Representative for the Second District of King’s County.At Tryon, after a lingering illness, from a complication of disorder, on Wednesday, the 28th ult., James Thomson, Esq., in the 67th year of his age.
At Elliot River, after a short illness, of a paralytic stroke, on the 21st ult., Mr. James Ferguson, an old and respectable inhabitant, aged 98 years.
In Cincinnati, Ohio, in August last, Col. A.C.W. Fanning, son of Barckley and Caroline Fanning, formerly of Prince Edward Island. We copy the following notice of Col. Fanning’s funeral at the request of a relative recently arrived from that quarter.
The funeral of this gallant and meritorious defender of the country, took place at Newport, Kentucky. An appropriate eulogy on the life and services of the deceased, was delivered by the Rev. Mr. Lohon, of the Methodist Episcopal Church, Cincinnati, from which place the clergy and a vast concourse of citizens, attended to pay their respects to the remains of the lamented soldier and patriot. The procession was preceded by a battalion of infantry, and two full bands of music, which played alternately solemn and mournful music. Then followed the coffin borne upon the shoulders of eight soldiers. It was covered by the United States’ flag, and on it rested his sword, cap, and coat. The coffin was supported on each side by field officers of the Cincinnati Volunteers. The burial service of the Episcopal church was read at the cemetery by the Rev. M. McDonald. – Pictou Chron.At St. Thomas, on the 19th September last, Mr. William Lawson, eldest son of John Lawson, Esq., of this Island.
The Right Hon. H.J. Fox, late British Minister to the United States, died at Washington on the 13th October.
An Accident occurred on the night of the 16th ult., at the Queen’s Wharf, at Summerside, Lot 17, in the death of Silas Richards. The day previous to his death he had made arrangements with Captain Walsh, Master of the Oregon, for his passage to Shediac – leaving his bundle on board, he went to spend the evening at Mr. McEwen’s, the Innkeeper, at the head of the wharf; on returning at a late hour of the night, it is supposed he fell over the wharf, near where the vessel was lying, being then in a state of intoxication. Through the exertion of Capt. Furneaux, after dragging in the waters the greater part of Sunday, the body of the deceased was recovered on the opposite side of the wharf from which he was supposed to have fallen. An inquest was held on the body on Monday, before John Wright, Esq., Coroner for Prince County. The Jury, after examining the body, in accordance with the evidence, gave the following verdict – “found Drowned.” The deceased was a single man.
The Islander – Nov 13, 1846
Died.
At the Rustico Road, on Sunday last, Mr. George Coles, an old and respectable inhabitant of that place, aged 76 years.At York River, on the 7th instant, Mr. Niel McLean, a native of the Parish of Kilfinichen, Island of Mull, Argyleshire, Scotland, in the 96th year of his age.
Suddenly, at Blackfriars, Gloucester, on the 25th Sept., from the rupture of a blood vessel, the Rev. John Theophilus DesBilisay, M.A., in the 43d year of his age.
The Islander – Nov 20, 1846
Died.
At Lima, Peru, at the residence of his brother, on the 23d of April last, Mr. George Stuart Conroy, aged 34 years; formerly a Merchant of this town.On board the Brig Idas, on her passage from Portsmouth, on the morning of the 26th October last, Mr. James Robertson, son of Mr. James Robertson, shoemaker, St. Peter’s Road. It will be gratifying to his parents and friends to know, that every assistance which was in the power of the passengers, and the persons belonging to the vessel to render, was afforded him during his distressing illness. The vessel at the time of his death had made the banks of Newfoundland, but being so far from land, without a the time any prospect of soon reaching it, the body was incased in canvass; and at the last office that could be performed, crew and passengers assembled on the deck, it blowing a gale at the time, the burial service was read, and the body solemnly committed to the deep. The deceased was a young man of exemplary character, and was returning to his friends, having gone to the mother country to perfect himself in his business.
The Islander – Nov 27, 1846
Died.
At Sky-field, Brackley Point road, on the 20th inst., after a short illness, which he bore with Christian fortitude, Mr. John Martin, in the 60th year of his age – a native of the Parish of Strath, Isle of Skye – leaving a wife and 11 children, and a large circle of friends to lament their irreparable loss. He resided in this colony for 27 years, and was much and deservedly esteemed by his neighbours and acquaintances, for his integrity and benevolence.On Tuesday last, at Charlottetown, Mr. Dennis Murray, Blacksmith, aged 65 years. The deceased was at work in the Phoenix Foundry until dinner time, apparently perfectly well; he went home and ate his dinner as usual; he afterwards complained of a pain in his side, then laid down for a short time and vomited some blood; he then rose and said that he was going to die and grasping his landlady, immediately expired in her arms. He was an experienced and faithful workman, and had been employed in the Phoenix Establishment for its commencement. The deceased was highly respected, and was followed to the grave by the whole of his fellow workmen as mourners.
The Islander – Dec 4, 1846
Died.
Awfully Sudden Death – On Thursday morning last, an awfully sudden death occurred at Gloucester. The Rev. J.T. Desbrisay, who was residing at Blackfriars House was seized with a fit of apoplexy, while taking his breakfast, and before the arrival of medical assistance, was a corpse. The Rev. Gentleman had not been well for some time previous to his death, but was not considered dangerously ill. The day previous he had officiated at a marriage ceremony, and on the Sunday before, preached in the church of St. Mary de Crypt. – Hereford Times.The Islander – Dec 11, 1846
Died.
At Tryon, on Tuesday last, Mrs. Mary Lea, wife of Mr. Richard Lea, aged 78 years.On the 25th ult., of Dysentery, Mary, wife of Samuel Bell, North River, Back settlement, aged 46 years.
The Islander – Dec 18, 1846
Died.
On the 25th ult., at the East Point, Jane, wife of Mr. Neil Stewart, aged 57 years. She was for four years afflicted with cancer in the eye, which at last affected the brain, and caused her death.At St. Andrew’s on Saturday night the 12th inst., Mr. John Campbell, aged 66 years, and for upwards of 24 years a resident in this Colony.
The Islander – Dec 25, 1846
Died.
On Tuesday the 15th inst., at Elliot River, of Croup, Arabella, daughter of Mr. Jeremiah James, aged 2 years.Last week, at East Point, after a long and severe illness, which she bore with Christian fortitude to the divine will, Miss Teigla McEachern, in the 25th year of her age.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1847Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1847. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.
The Islander – Jan 1, 1847Died.
On 23d Dec., at Little York, six miles from Charlottetown, Mr. Arthur Harvie, sen., a native of Devonshire. Mr. Harvie was in the 73d year of his age, and came to this Island in 1818, and by care and industry, had procured for himself and family a comfortable living – he was much respected in his neighbourhood, where he had lived for nearly 28 years.On the 5th of September last, at Swansea, Wales, Great Britain, of the Yellow Fever, in the 39th year of his age, Captain Angus Campbell, eldest son of Mr. James Campbell, Fairfield, East Point of this Island.
The Islander – Jan 15, 1847
Died.
Accidental Death – On Tuesday 5th, John Morgan O’Connor was killed in McVane’s Mill, East Point. His woolen comforter got entangled with the spindle of the oat-sifter, and instantly choaked him.The Islander – Jan 22, 1847
Died.
On the 26th December, Sarah Margaret, widow of the late James McLean, aged 80, of Dog River, native of Morgan, Argyleshire, Scotland.On Sunday last, Catharine, relict of the late Mr. Angus McPhee, of this town, aged 77 years. She emigrated to this Island from Invernesshire, Scotland 55 years since.
On the 8th inst., near Milton, Lot 32, Mr. John Campbell, aged 58 years. He emigrated to this Island from Argyleshire, Scotland, in the year 1821.
The Islander – Jan 29, 1847
Died.
At Devon port, England, on the 14th December, Thomas Billing, Esq., late of this Island, aged 45 years.The Islander – Feb 5, 1847
Died.
It has been ascertained that Benjamin J. Weeks, Master; George Chapman, Seaman; Mr. Locker, wife and two children, were on board the late Bay Verte Packet when she was lost; Mr. Locker and the body of the youngest child has been found. John Trenholm, Esq., Messrs Peacocke and several others, afforded every means that humanity suggested in burying the bodies and rendering every assistance in their power.The Islander – Feb 12, 1847
Died.
At Black River, on Thursday the 4th inst., in the 77th year of her age, Catherine, relict of the late Alexander Cameron, of Ardnamurchan, Argyleshire, and mother of the late Ewen Cameron, Esq., of Charlottetown.On Sunday last, at his residence, Emyvale, Mill Cove, Lot 35, Mr. Anthony Dougan, Shoemaker, aged 59 years. He emigrated to this Island from Ireland in 1822.
Accident – The body of Richard Fanning, of Lot 31, Farmer, was early this morning found dead in the small brook crossing the Road leading out of Town to Spring Park. He was brought in and an inquest was held this morning before Daniel Hodgson, Esqr., Coroner for Queen’s County, at the Court House, which resulted in the following verdict – “Found dead without marks of violence.” Accompanied by the remark, that the deceased left town on the previous evening in a state of intoxication.
The Islander – Feb 19, 1847
Died.
At New Orleans, on the 1st of November last, aged 36 years, Mr. James Anderson, sixth son of Mr. Alex Anderson, of New London, after a protracted illness of 7 months duration, which he bore with Christian fortitude and resignation to the divine will, and in anticipation of a blessed immortality. Mr. Anderson was a young man of an amiable disposition which endeared him not only to his now bereaved relatives, but universally to all who had the pleasure of his acquaintance.The Islander - March 5, 1847
Died.
On Wednesday morning, the 3rd inst., Lydia Ann, fourth daughter of Thomas Owen, Esquire, Deputy Post Master General, aged 8 years and 2 months.At Charlottetown on Thursday, the 4th March, inst., Mr. Geo. Mabey, aged 91 years. Funeral to take place on Monday next at 3 o’clock, from the residence of Mr. Paul Mabey, when friends and relatives are respectfully requested to attend.
At York River, on Tuesday last, Mr. Moses Kehoe, an old and respectable inhabitant.
Fatal and Melancholy Occurrence. – On the morning of Wednesday, the 3rd instant, after breakfast Mr. Duncan MacKinnon, the fourth son of Mr. Finley McKinnon York River, went out to the woods, a distance of about four miles from his father’s for the purpose of cutting fire wood; and not returning home at his usual hour in the evening, his father’s family became alarmed on his account, fearing some serious accident had happened to him. After waiting some time in anxious and distressing suspense, his brother Donald, accompanied by John McLean and Donald McLean, went to the woods in search of him, and after some time, with feelings of sincere pain and sorrow we record it, they found his stiff and frozen body lying imbedded in the snow, under the pressure upon his breast, and close up to his chin, of the trunk of a tree so heavy that it required the united strength of four men to remove it from his lifeless body, his head at the same time being firmly fixed by the neck between two forked branches of another fallen tree. The deceased was 27 years of age, and possessed of a remarkable sound constitution and powerful frame of body. It was evident, on observation that he had endeavoured with the energy of his muscles to push the tree from his breast; but, alas! his efforts had all been in vain. We sincerely sympathize with his bereaved and sorrowing family; and think it right with a view to the diminishing of the number of such distressing occurrences in future, to warn all against the great imprudence of going into the woods alone for the purpose of cutting fire wood.
We understand a Coroner’s Inquest will be held upon the body of the unfortunate deceased before its interment.The Islander – Mar 12, 1847
Died.
At Cherry Valley, on Tuesday 2d, Mr. Thomas Pendergrast, aged 90 years.At Shemague, N.B., on the 28th November last, Mr. Thomas Simpson, formerly of this Island, aged 86 years.
At Rustico, on Thursday 2d, Mr. John Williams, painter, aged 80 years.
The Islander – Mar 19, 1847
Died.
On Sunday morning last, after several years’ suffering, William Haszard Esq., of Belle Vue, in the 80th year of his age. The deceased was one of the first emigrants from New England, after the breaking out of the Revolutionary War, and was for many years an active Justice of the Peace for this Island.In Charlottetown, on Tuesday last, the 16th inst., in the 84th year of her age, Mary, relict of the late Charles Stewart, Esq., Attorney General, and second daughter of the late Colonel Desbrisay, formerly Lieutenant Governor of this Island.
The lamented deceased retained the full enjoyment of her mental faculties to the last, and resigned her soul to the God who gave it in perfect peace, surrounded by her sorrowing and afflicted family. Her removal will be long and deeply regretted by a very extensive circle of friends and endeared connections.
The funeral will take place after Divine Service, on Sunday next.On Tuesday the 9th inst., at Mr. James Arthur’s, New Glasgow, at an advanced age, Mr. Robert Winter. The deceased was the son of the late Capt. Winter, formerly High Sheriff of this Colony, and resided on Township 23, for the past fifty years.
The Islander – Mar 26, 1847
Died.
At 1 Rankeillour Street, on the 9th Feb., Dr. Robert Stewart Cumming, M.D., late of the 7th Hussars and Royal Artillery, aged 93 years. Deceased was at the siege of Copenhagen, and was brother of the late Sir Kenneth Cumming, Bart., of Culter. – (Dr. Cuming formerly resided in Charlottetown.)The Islander – Apr 2, 1847
Died.
At Milford Cottage, on Tuesday morning, after a lingering illness, in the 16th year of her age, Sarah, youngest daughter of the late Mr. Nathan Davies, of this Town.
( on the previous page someone submitted a lengthy poem on the death of Miss S(arah) D(avies)The Islander – Apr 9, 1847
Died.
On Wednesday, the 31st ult., Mr. Edward Brennan, Land Surveyor, aged 77 years.On Wednesday morning last, John Wesley, third son of Mr. John S. Bremner, aged 15 months.
The Islander – Arp 16, 1847
Died.
On the 22d ult., at Bedeque, Margaret, wife of Alexander Anderson, sen., Esq., aged 83 years.At South Shore, Lot 65, on the 25th ult., Catherine, wife of Mr. Hugh Beaton, and 3d daughter of Mr. William Crawford, Cardigan River, aged 36 years.
The Islander – May 7, 1847
Died.
At New London, on the 10th April, after a lingering illness, Mr. Wm. McKay, late Color Sergeant, 78th Regiment, in the 55th year of his age, deeply regretted by a numerous circle of friends and relations.On Wednesday morning, after a long and painful illness, born with the greatest patience and resignation, Elizabeth Liddell, the beloved wife of James Shannon Clift, Esq. She was a person of most amiable and engaging manners, kind and affectionate to all around her; and it may be truly said, that if ever the milk of human kindness flowed in the breast of any, it did in hers. Her loss will be long and deeply felt by her sorrowing relatives an friends. – Public Ledger, April 23.
Yesterday morning at his residence, Vauxhall, after a short but severe illness, William Grieve, Esq., Merchant, I the 29th year of his age.
On Wednesday last, aged 53 years, Susanna, wife of Mr. James Webber, sen., of this town. Funeral to take place on Sunday next, at 2 o’cl9ock, from the residence of her son, Richmond Street, when friends of the family are respectfully requested to attend.
In Charlottetown, on Thursday evening, the 6th instant, after a short illness, Ann, third daughter of Mr. Wm. Birch, aged 18 years.
The Islander – May 14, 1847
Died.
On the 13th April, at the Vicarage, Waterford, Major Henry Robert Capel, Rifle Brigade, aged 40, second son of the Hon. and Rev. William Capel. The deceased had command of a Company in this town three years since.On Tuesday last, Mr. J. Pleadwell, aged 75 years.
The Islander – May 21, 1847
Died.
On Saturday the 16th inst., after a short but severe illness, aged 43 years, Rebecca, wife of Evan Thomas, Esq., of Bedeque House, and daughter of the late Alexander Pope, Esq., of Waterford, Ireland, much and deservedly regretted as a wife, parent and friend.On Tuesday night last, at Charlottetown, after a long and severe illness, Mr. John O. Nantes, aged 35 years. The deceased for many years acted as Deputy Secretary and Registrar in this Island.
The Islander – May 28, 1847
Died.
On Sunday last, Elizabeth, wife of Mr. James Collings, butcher, aged 67 years.The Islander – Jun 11, 1847
Died.
At Cavendish, on the 7th inst., after a long and severe illness, Catherine, wife of Mr. William McKey, aged 55 years.On Friday night last, in the 16th year of her age, Catherine, eldest daughter of Mr. John Costin, Merchant, of this town.
The Islander – Jun 18, 1847
Died.
On Sunday the 6th June, at the Head St. Peter’s Bay, Miss Mary Gillies, aged 50 years, after a long and painful illness, which she bore with Christian fortitude.At Halifax, at a quarter to ten o’clock on Sunday night, the 5th instant, the Rev. Millian Cogswell, aged 37 years.
The Islander – Jun 25, 1847
Died.
At Darmouth, on Friday morning, Edward Flattery, late Quarter Master, Rifle Brigade, aged 48 years.The Islander – Jul 2, 1847
Died.
At New London, on the 5th ultimo, Mr. Alexander Anderson, an old and respected inhabitant of that place, aged 78 years.The Islander – Jul 9, 1847
Died.
On Sunday last, at Charlottetown, at half past Three, a.m., after a long and severe illness, the Rev. William Webb, Wesleyan Minister, aged 44 years.The Islander – Jul 16, 1847
Died.
An Inquest was held on Wednesday last, before Daniel Hodgson, Esq., Coroner, on view of the body of William Lewis, Cook of the brig Xanthus, lying at Pownal Street Wharf. The deceased was found drowned alongside the above Wharf on Wednesday morning; he had gone on board the brig intoxicated the evening previous, and had again left for the purpose of going on shore, and is supposed to have fallen over the wharf on his way up to the town. Verdict – Found drowned.The Islander – Jul 23, 1847
Died.
Coroner’s Inquest – An Inquest was held before John Wright, Esquire, Coroner of Prince County, at Crossman’s Point, Lot Seventeen, on the 11th day of July inst., on the body of John Hennesy. Verdict – Found drowned.The Islander – Jul 30, 1847
Died.
At the Wood Islands, on Wednesday the 21st inst., after an illness of only a few days, Mr. Patrick Crawford Emery, second son of Peter Emery, Esq., in the 28th year of his age. He was a most dutiful and affectionate son, and much and deservedly esteemed by all who knew him.The Islander – Aug 6, 1847
Died.
On the 11th Feb., last of dysentery, Charlotte, wife of Philip S. Chaucey, Surveyor General of Western Australia, and Member of the Executive Council, and sister of E.R. Humphreys, of P.E. Island.The Islander – Aug 13, 1847
Died.
On Sunday night last, Clara Augusta, infant daughter of James D. Haszard, Esq., aged 9 months.On Tuesday morning last, of Dysentry, John Ives, infant son of W.B. Wellner, Esq., aged 13 months.
At French Fort, on Saturday the 17th ult., of Dysentry, Jessie youngest daughter aged 1 year and 8 months and on Friday the 23d John, youngest son of Mr. George Scott, aged 4 years and 7 months.
At Chatham, Miramichi, suddenly on the 1st inst., Theophilus DesBrisay, Esq., in the 58th year of his age.
On Friday last, Elizabeth Mary, daughter of Mr. W. Mayor, sailing master of the Gulnare, aged 9 months.
The Islander – Aug 20, 1847
Died.
At Halifax on the 9th instant, Isabella Ann, Consort of Mr. Edward Albro.At Edinburgh, on the 3d July, James Peters, Junr. Esq., of St. John, eldest son of the Hon. Charles L. Peters, Attorney General of the Province of New Brunswick.
On Monday the 9th inst., Michael Finley, of King’s County, Ireland, aged ?? years; for many years in the service of Mr. Robert Longworth.
On Sunday morning, at Sidmount, Susan Margaret, infant daughter of the Hon. J.H. Peters, aged 12 months.
Coroner’s Inquest. – An Inquest was held on the body of Mary O’Brien, of Fermoy, on the first inst., before John Wright, Esq., Coroner for Prince County. After examining several witnesses, the Jury returned a verdict, “died a natural death,” but the Jurors on their oath, do say, that Patrick O’Brien, the husband of the said Mary O’Brien, wilfully neglected the said Mary O’Brien, in her last illness, and by such neglect, hastened her death.
The Islander – Aug 27, 1847
Died.
On Sunday morning last, William John, aged 12 months, only son of Mr. Ruban King.On Sunday last, Mary, infant daughter of Ralph Brecken, Esq., aged 10 months.
Accidental Death – On Tuesday last, a child six years of age, son of Mr. George Owen, of Princetown Royalty, met with its death in the following singular manner: It appears the child had procured a sharp knife and was in the act of cutting up a stick, and while drawing the blade towards him, in attempting to cut a knot of the stick, the knife slipped and passed into his body, causing almost instant death.
Correction published on Oct 1, 1847 – We are requested to correct an erroneous statement which appeared in the Islander of the 27th ult., relative to the sudden death of a son of Mr. George Owen of Princetown Royalty – We are informed that the melancholy event was not occasioned by an accidental slipping of a knife held by the child himself, but in consequence of a wound received from a little boy with whom he was at play.The Islander – Sep 10, 1847
Died.
On Monday the 6th inst., at Mount Edward, very suddenly, deeply and deservedly regretted, Elizabeth, wife of the Hon. E.J. Jarvis, Chief Justice of this Island, aged 44 years. The funeral took place on Wednesday, when a large number of the most respectable residents paid their last tribute to departed worth.On the 3d instant, Susan Eliza, daughter of Mr. Robert Longworth, aged 4 years.
On Wednesday morning, Pamelia Victoria, youngest daughter of Mr. John Anderson, aged 10 months.
Yesterday afternoon, aged 6 months, James Thomas, only son of Mr. James R. Watt, Merchant of this Town.
The Islander – Sep 17, 1847
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Wednesday evening last, the 15th instant, of Apoplexy, William Cullen, Esqr., a native of Anderston, Glasgow, for the last 19 years chief Clerk of the House of Assembly of this Island, aged 55 years. The funeral will take place on Sunday next, at 2 p.m., when the friends and acquaintances of the deceased are respectfully invited to attend.
(longer obituary from the Gazette is published in the column above the death notice)On Friday, Thomas, son of Moses Hayes, for many years afflicted with Epileptic fits.
On Saturday, Catherine, wife of Wm. McGrath.The Islander – Sep 24, 1847
Died.
On Wednesday last, of Dysentry, Samuel Hammill, aged 41 years.The Islander – Oct 8, 1847
Died.
On Wednesday last, the 6th instant, after a lingering and painful sickness, which she bore with pious resignation to the Divine Will, Elizabeth, third daughter of Mr. George Beer, sen., Rasberry Hill, aged 31 years.
“Her spirit, numbered with the blest,
Rejoices where the weary rest,
The prisoners find release.
She led below the life of love;
That life is perfected above;
Peace to the one of peace.”On the 6th Sept., at Bradsted, near Seven Oaks, in Kent, Ann, the beloved wife of John Pollard Mayers, Esq., daughter of the late John Henry Barrow, Esq., of Hill Park, in the same County, and sister of John Barrow, Esq., of this Island.
The Islander – Oct 15, 1847
Died.
At Halifax, on the 30th ult., Mr. John Chamberlain, in the 56th year of his age.On Sunday morning, 3d inst., William Morrison, aged 79 years.
New Brunswick – Death of Dr. Andrews – We deeply regret to learn that Frank Andrews, Esq., Assistant Surgeon of the 33d Regiment, died last evening at 11 o’clock of the malignant fever brought to this country by the emigrants which have arrived in New Brunswick during the present season.
Dr. Andrews has fallen a victim to this fatal malady from his kind exertions in assisting the medical gentlemen belonging to the city to save the poor creatures who have been so cruelly and unceremoniously forced on this community, and his death has produced feelings of the deepest regret among all classes. Dr. Andrews, a few days ago, was in the full vigor of youth, with the prospect of a long and happy life before him, and has been cut off under circumstances of the most melancholy and distressing description – Fredericton Head Quarters, Oct. 6.The Islander – Oct 29, 1847
Died.
On Thursday morning, the 21st inst., at 10 o’clock, at his residence in Halifax after a severe illness, in the 65th year of his age, the Hon. Thomas Nickleson Jeffery, universally regretted. He was eldest son of John Jeffery, Esq., of San Souci, Member of Parliament for Poule, in Dorsetshire, England, and assumed the responsible duties of Collector of H.M. Customs for this Province in the year 1803, since which period he has resulted constantly in this country, with the exception of a short visit to his native land. For many years he was a member of the Councils of Nova Scotia, and as President administered its government with the approbation of his Sovereign, the satisfaction of the Legislature and people. He has closed a long and useful life, in which he earned the reputation of a charitable, honorable, and upright man. His widow, family and friends, who knew his worth, will long cherish the memory of one so endeared to them.At Shediac on Friday the 22d, after a lingering illness, Mr. D. McLeod, of New London, P.E. Island. This is the unfortunate individual we mentioned some time since as having fallen on the machinery in Scovil’s Mills.
The Islander – Nov 5, 1847
Died.
On Tuesday morning last, after a long and painful illness, the Hon. John Brecken, Member of the Executive and Legislative Councils of this Island, aged 47 years. His funeral will take place tomorrow, (Saturday), at One O’clock.The Islander – Nov 12, 1847
Died.
On Saturday, the 6th instant, immediately after his arrival from Halifax, (having been 14 days ill on the voyage, Mr. William S. Compton, formerly Merchant of this town, aged 48 years.On the 13th ult., at Tilton’s Creek, Lot 19, Mr. Edward Rayner, aged 69 years.
On the 27th ult., at Surveyor’s Inlet, East Point, Lot 47, after a long and painful illness, of about 6 months, which he bore with Christian patience and resignation, deeply regretted by his friends, Mr. Sampson Rose, aged 67 years.
At Mill river, New London, on Sunday last, Mr. John McKay, eldest son of Mr. Donald McKay, (Bush), aged 23 years.
On Friday the 5th, after a short illness, Mr. John Gaffney, Inn keeper, aged 28 years.
On the 28th ult., at Stanhope, from the effects of a scald, Robert, son of Mr. John Lawson, aged 3 years.
The Islander – Nov 19, 1847
Died.
On Thursday night 11th, at the West River, Mr. Michael Walsh, aged 64 years.At Halifax, on Wednesday morning, Isabella Walker, relict of the Rev. Thomas McCulloch, D.D., late President of Dalhousie College, in the 77th year of her age. Her remains were removed at an early hour yesterday morning, to be interred in Pictou.
Melancholy Accident – It is our painful duty to record the death of Mr. Daniel Watts, son of Mr. James Watts, Mason, of this place. The deceased met his death under the following melancholy circumstances; He was returning to Charlottetown from Halifax, on board the Schr. Flora Ann, Capt Hubbard, having been but a short time absent from the former place. On Sunday night last, the Flora Ann being off Pictou Island, it came on to blow heavily, accompanied with snow. About 9 o’clock an alarm was given that the Schooner was among the breakers. Captain Hubbard, though at the time confined to his berth by severe illness, got on deck, and after much exertion succeeded in extricating the vessel from her perilous situation. At the time the Captain went above, he left the deceased in the cabin; but during the confusion which ensued, he came on deck, when, it appears he was struck by the fore-boom, the sail jibing at the time – and knocked overboard. An alarm was immediately given by the man at the helm, and some dark object being seen by the Captains, as if in the act of falling, the vessel was immediately brought about, and every exertion made to save the deceased, but, unfortunately, in vain, though he was heard to call out “Captain!” “Captain!” The vessel was at the time of this melancholy accident off the west end of Pictou Island, the Island bearing N.N.E., distant about one mile. The deceased was about 22 years of age, and bore an excellent character. At the desire of his afflicted relatives and friends, we give the following description of his person, and the dress worn by him at the time of his death, in order to identify him, in the event of the body being found. He was about six feet high, of a slight figure, with long dark hair; and had on grey trowsers, grey American cloth under coat, an dover that a brown cloth coat; a “Sou’wester” hat, and chequered red and green comforter.
The Islander – Nov 26, 1847
Died.
On Tuesday, the 16th instant, Mrs. Margaret Curly, aged 56 years.
At Elliot River, Ann Anderson, aged 100 years.The Islander – Dec 3, 1847
Died.
Lately, aged 112 years, Mr. Henry Scullum, of Antrim County, Scotland. A few days previous to his death, deceased was capable of shearing his ridge with any labourer in the county. His eldest son is 94 years old, and his youngest 17. – New Castle Guardian.Sudden Death – While the Steamer “Conqueror” was on her passage between this port and Pictou, on the 20th inst., a young man by the name of Doyle, belonging to Halifax, who had come on board without the knowledge of the Captain or any person concerned in the management of the boat, was found dead in one of the berths of the steerage. His remains were interred in Pictou on Monday.
He is said to have been very ill when he came on board, but no neglect or carelessness can be imputed to Captain Powell, or any of the officers of the boat, as the deceased was not known to be on board, until he was past humane aid.The Islander – Dec 10, 1847
Died.
On Tuesday, the 7th instant, Senhouse, relict of the late Lieut. Colonel Anwyl, of Vron, near Bala, Merionethshire, North Wales, and eldest daughter of John Barrow, Esq., of this town.An Inquest was held on Thursday last, before Daniel Hodgson, Esq., Coroner, on view of the body of Patrick McGuire, who had been a labourer in the employ of Mr. John Davis, jun., of this town. The body of the deceased was observed at an early hour on Thursday morning, lying near the Queen’s Wharf, from which it is supposed he had fallen on Friday night last. The Jury returned a verdict of “Found Drowned, but as no marks of violence appearing on his body, or how or by what means he became drowned, no evidence appeared.”
The Islander – Dec 24, 1847
Died.
At Gordon Grove, Bedeque, of Scarlet fever, on Thursday the 9th inst. Sarah Charlotte, youngest daughter of Mr. John R. Gardiner, aged four years and a half.On Friday last, Mr. Thomas Young, a native of Wiltshire, England, aged 80 years.
On Wednesday 15th inst., Mathew Doolen, many years a servant in the family of Mr. Benjamin Davies.
The Islander – Dec 24, 1847
Died.
On the 15th instant, Meyrick, the beloved child of the Rev. M. Lalley, of Georgetown, aged 5 years and 5 months.On Thursday evening, after a short but severe illness, Mr. Theophilus Chappell, aged 65 years, the oldest native inhabitant of this town. Funeral to take place from his late residence on Monday next, at 2 o’clock precisely.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1848Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1848. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.
The Islander – Jan 7, 1848Died.
At his seat, Foxhill Bank, in Lancashire, England, James Simpson, Esquire, aged 71 years. – Uncle of Mr. David Wilson, merchant, of this town.On Thursday last, the 6th inst., after a lingering illness, which she bore with Christian fortitude and pious resignation to the Divine will, Georgiana Jackstaff, eldest daughter of Mr. George Thresher, Deputy Secretary and Registrar of this Island, in the 36th year of her age. Funeral on Sunday next, at 2 o’clock p.m., when the friends and acquaintances are respectfully invited to attend.
The Islander – Jan 21, 1848
Died.
On Monday, the 17th inst., at his residence, near the Elliot River, after a protracted illness of 12 months, Mr. William Bearisto, in the 75th year of his age, a well known and respectable inhabitant of that neighbourhood, and one of the oldest inhabitants of this colony.At St. John’s, N.F., on the 17th Dec., after a protracted and severe illness, which she bore with Christian fortitude, Margaret Jamieson Oliphant, second daughter of the late William Oliphant, Esq., of Bonnington Park, near Leith.
An Inquest was held on Monday, on the body of Michael Sherry, who was found dead in the ice, at McKenzie’s Creek, York River. It is supposed that the unfortunate man got into a spring-hole and was unable to extricate himself, and perished with the cold.
The Islander – Jan 28, 1848
Died.
At Launching place, on Tuesday the 13th inst., much and deservedly regretted, Ann McIntyre, relict of the late Hugh Walker, in the 40th year of her age.The Islander – Feb 4, 1848
Died.
At Cove Head, on Tuesday last, in the full assurance of a glorious immortality, Margaret, relict of the late Mr. John Auld, of that place, in the 74th year of her age, deeply and sincerely regretted by a numerous circle of friends and acquaintances.At his residence, Oak Island, Wallace, County of Cumberland, on the 31st December, Mr. Edmund F.A. Fanning, aged 40 years.
On Tuesday 1st inst., of Consumption, William Henry, eldest son f John Morris, Esq., aged 23 years.
At L’Islet, Canada East on Sunday, the 9th Jan., after 4 months illness, Archibald McKinnon, supposed to be a native of P.E. Island.
The Islander – Feb 11, 1848
Died.
At St. Peter’s Bay, on the 28th ult., Euphemia, third daughter of Mr. Philip McIsaac, aged 19 years, much regretted by her friends and acquaintances.At Murray Harbour, on the 21st ult., after a protracted and severe illness, which he bore with Christian patience, Mr. David Hughs, in the 64th year of his age. He was son of Mr. Nicholas Hughs, one of the Loyalists who took refuge in this Colony at the time of the American war, and was a well known respectable inhabitant of the neighbourhood.
The Islander – Feb 18, 1848
Died.
At Fredericton, on the 3d of February, after a short but severe illness, in the 76th year of his age, the Honorable Charles Jeffery Peters, Her Majesty’s Attorney General in that Province, and a Member of the Executive and Legislative Councils, leaving a large family to lament their sudden and melancholy bereavement.The Islander – Feb 25, 1848
Died.
On the 20th Jan, Last, at Foxearth Rectory, Suffolk, England, I the 27th year of her age, Rosalind, the beloved wife of the Rev. John Foster, M.A., Rector of that place, and Domestic Chaplain of the Earl of Sefton; youngest daughter of the late Henry Green, Esq., and only sister of Mrs. William Stewart, of this place.The Islander – Mar 3, 1848
Died.
At Halifax, on Friday morning, the 18th ultimo, after a long and painful illness, John H. Braine, Esq., aged 61 years. His remains were numerously and respectably attended from his late residence in Brunswick Street, to the place of interment.At Liverpool, England, on Sunday the 28th November, aged 70 years, John Dunscomb, Esq., a native of Bermuda, but late of Newfoundland, and a member of the Council there.
At St. John’s Newfoundland, on Tuesday the 4th January, aged 34 years, Thomas Henry Channell, Esq., Barrister at Law. Those who were best acquainted with the deceased have reason to deplore the loss of a friend, who recommended himself by great amiability of disposition, kindliness of manner, and intelligence and judgment in the discharge of his professional duties.
At Charlottetown, on Friday night last, the 25th ultimos, after a lingering illness, Harriet Ann Yates, aged 19 years.
On Monday last, Thomas Powell, for many years known as the Town Crier.
The Islander – Mar 10, 1848
Died.
On the 27th ult., at Dog River, Lot 31, after a very painful and protracted illness, which he bore with Christian fortitude and resignation, Mr. Donald McNeill, Shipwright, aged 61 years. Mr. McNeill was a native of Colonsay, Argyleshire, Scotland, and emigrated to this Island about 29 years since. He has left a widow and six children, who, together with a large circle of friends and acquaintances, deplore the loss of an affectionate husband, a tender parent, a kind and obliging neighbor, and an humble and devout Christian.At St. Eleanor’s of scarlet fever, on Thursday the 10th February, William James, aged 5 years and 5 months, Barbara, aged 3 years and 5 months, and Grace Elizabeth, aged 6 years and 10 months, children of Mr. George Hiscock.
On the 4th instant, aged 58 years, Mrs. Eliza Haslam, wife of Mr. Thomas Haslam, of Springfield, Lot 67. She bore with much Christian submission an illness of many years duration, and died in peace, leaving a numerous family to mourn their irreparable loss.
Melancholy and Distressing Accident – On Thursday, the 24th ult., a young man named Colwill of Margate, New London, was killed at Mr. Davison’s mill, by means of a strap, which caught his leg, and broke it in two or three places, tore it from the body, and then ripped the body up. The unfortunate young man lived about three hours after the accident, and appeared sensible to the last, advising his friends to prepare to meet their God. Truly may it be said, that “in the midst of life we are in death.”
The Islander – Mar 17, 1848
Died.
At Georgetown, on Wednesday the 1st March, universally regretted, Ellen F. Macdonald, aged 20 years, a native of Pictou, N.S., eldest daughter of Mr. John Macdonald, Shoemaker, after four days severe suffering from trismus, or jaw-lock, brought on by a laceration of the foot, produced by the puncture of a nail.At Tryon, on the 21st ult., Mrs. Peter Prudie, in the 68th year of her age.
At Peter’s Island, Rustico, on the 4th inst., Matilda Sarah, youngest daughter of Mr. John Robinson, aged 9 years and 8 months.
At Stanhope, on Friday the 10th inst., Mr. Samuel Bovyer, aged 66 years. He emigrated to this Island with his father from the United States in the year 1787. It is but seldom we have to record the death of a more worthy man, having died as he lived at peace with all men. He possessed all the warmth of friendship natural to his country, combined with the strictest honesty and unyielding industry and had handed down to his posterity, a spotless life and unblemished character; his last end was peace.
The Islander – Mar 24, 1848
Died.
On Wednesday the 6th day of February, Nancy McCormack, daughter of the late James McCormack of Black Bush, Lot 45, East Point, aged 31 years.At St. Eleanor’s, on Tuesday the 7th inst., in the 86th year of her age, Mary, relict of the late Mr. W. Craswell, sen.
At the Lunatic Asylum, on Monday 20th inst., Patrick Carrigan, aged 57, a native of Monaghn, Ireland.
At the residence of his son-in-law, Mr. John Roper, Charlottetown Royalty, on Monday, 13th inst., Mr. John Peter Crammer, in the 91st year of his age. He was an American Loyalist, and emigrated to this Island about 60 years ago.
At Indian River, on the 8th inst., John McPherson, aged 100 years.
Naufrage, Lot 43, after a lingering illness of 12 months, Ann, second daughter of Mr. Donald McDonald, Post Office keeper.
On the 17th ult., Alexander McEachen, of Cow River, Lot 43, aged 67 years.
At Cow River, Lot 43, on the 9th ult., after a painful illness of three months, which she bore with Christian submission, Mancy McIntyre, the beloved wife of Roderick McIntyre, aged 34 years. She has left a family of six children, and a large circle of friends to regret their loss.
At Burnt Island, near Edinburgh, on the 12th January, Mrs. Williams, widow of the late Samuel May Williams, aged 70 years.
Died. – At Charlottetown, in Prince Edward Island, on the 24th instant, after an illness of a few days, Frederick John Martin Collard Esquire. He was a member of the Canadian Bar, in which capacity he for several years discharged the duties of the office of Queen’s Counsel for the District of Gaspe; for the last three years he has acted as Reporter to the house of Assembly of this Island. Possessed of talent and ability of a very high order he ever exerted them in the defence of the constitutional rights and liberties of the subject; and his writings published in this Island, among which are the letters which appeared in the Islander and Gazette, in t 1845 and 1847, under the signature of A British Colonist, are such as to entitle them to the admiration of every lover of liberty and truth. These writings drew upon him the envy and hatred of his political enemies; and their cruel, illegal, and odious persecution of a friendless stranger, were such as to inspire disgust in the mind of every man possessing either Christian or manly principles.
The Funeral will take place tomorrow, Saturday, at the hour of 3 o’clock, P.M., when the friends of the deceased are respectfully invited to attend.The Islander – Mar 31, 1848
Died.
At Grand Rustico, on Thursday last, after a lingering illness which she bore with pious resignation to the Divine will, Margaret Rachel, wife of Richard Rollings, Esq., and only daughter of the late Elisha LePage, Esq., aged 54 years.At Bay Fortune, on the 15th inst., Susanna, wife of Mr. William Norton, and eldest daughter of William Underhay??.
At Bay Fortune, on the 10th ult., after a short illness, Mr. John McKay, in his 76th year. He was ?? and respectable inhabitant of that settlement, having emigrated to this Island in 1803.
At St. Peter’s Bay, on the ?? March, after an illness of 3 hours, Margaret, wife of Mr. Alexander Dingwell, aged 43 years.
On Monday the 13th instant, after a distressing illness of 3 weeks duration which he bore with exemplary patience and fortitude, Catherine, second daughter of Mr. John Stewart, Brudenell Bridge,
Lot 52, age ??.The Islander – Apr 7, 1848
Died.
At Broom Cottage, 27th March, Thomas Williamson, Esq., in the 57th year of his age.On Saturday last, Charles Courtenay, son of Mr. George H. Chudleigh, aged one year and seven months.
The Islander – Apr 14, 1848
Died.
At Cape Traverse, on the 11th inst., Mr. Donald Campbell, aged 80 years.At Three Rivers, on Monday the 10 inst., in the 64th year of his age, Mr. John Peters, upwards of 30 years a resident of this Island.
The Islander – Apr 21, 1848
Died.
At Murray Harbour, on Saturday the 1st inst., Mr. Henry Brehaul, sen., aged 80 years. He emigrated from the Island of Guernsey, in the year 1806, and was the oldest inhabitant of that Settlement.On Monday 17th inst., Charles De Wolf, fourth son of Mr. John S. Bremner, aged 5 months and 15 days.
The Islander – May 5, 1848
Died.
On Saturday last, in the 37th year of her age, Margaret, wife of Mr. Mark Butcher, and eldest daughter of the late Mr. Theophilus Chappell.The Islander – May 19, 1848
Died.
At No. 1, Grosvenor Square, Southampton, on the 24th April last, in the 20th year of her age, Mary Johanna Senhouse, eldest daughter of Lieut. Col. Hall, Royal Engineers, and grand daughter of John Barrow, Esq., of this Island.At his residence, Hermitage, on Friday morning last, Mr. John McLaren, aged 70 years.
The Islander – Jun 2, 1848
Died.
At his residence, St. Peter’s, (Back Farms) on the 18th ult., in the 84th year of his age, Mr. Angus McVarish. He emigrated to this Island from Moidart, Scotland, in 1790. He always sustained the character of an upright and worthy member of the community.At Greenock, Scotland, of Typhus Fever, Capt. Richard Hodgson in the 52d year of his age. The deceased was son of the late Richard Hudson, of Tryon River, in this Island, and brother to Mr. Wm. Hodgson, of this town.
The Islander – Jun 9, 1848
Died.
In child-birth, at the Parsonage, Fogo, on Tuesday morning last, Janet Emma, wife of the Rev. Wm. J. Hoyles. “Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord! Even so saith the Spirit, for they rest from their labours and their works do follow them.” – Newfld Gaz., May 23. (The deceased lady was sister to D.S. Rennie, Esq., and sometime since resided for a while on this Island.At Charlottetown, on the 7th instant, much regretted, after a distressing illness of two months, which she bore with the utmost patience and resignation to the Divine will, Fanny, wife of Mr. James H. Down, of this town, in the 71st year of her age.
At Newton, Belfast, on the 17th inst., Mr. Donald Martin, aged 89 years, a native of the Isle of Skye, Invernesshire; he emigrated to this Colony with Lord Selkirk in 1803.
At Charlottetown, on the 6th instant, after a short illness, Mr. Robert Crawford, Shoemaker, aged 65 years.
At Cove Head, of Consumption, on Tuesday, the 6th instant, Mr. John B. McMillan, aged 31 years. The deceased was a young man, remarkable for his industry and sobriety; and was esteemed, beloved and respected in every circle in which he moved. He has left a widowed mother, and numerous friends and acquaintances, to mourn for one cut off in the prime of life.
A melancholy accident occurred on Saturday afternoon, the 20th ultimo, at Glenfinlas Mills, Lot 42. While Alexander McKenzie, a young man, about 23 years of age, who had for a few years past been the principal person in charge of the said Mills, for Mr. Dixon, the proprietor, was in the act of putting a little pitch to one of the pulleys, his foot slipped, and while off his guard, in the act of falling, took hold of the belts then in motion, and consequently was dragged towards the machinery, until his arm came in contact with two of the wheels, and was dreadfully shattered and mangled, his body at the same time sustained other injuries, which terminated his existence, after severe suffering on the Monday following. No further proof need be required of the good conduct of the deceased, than the regret manifested by his employer and family, and the surrounding neighbourhood, at his untimely fate. His bereaved parents beg, through the medium of your paper, to express their gratitude for the kindness shown by them all on the melancholy occasion – May 26. – Gaz.
The Islander – Jun 16, 1848
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Wednesday, the 7th inst., Mr. Henry East, at the advanced age of 87 years. The deceased, who was a native of Waterford, Ireland, had been an eminent Horticulturist, and superintended the Botanical Gardens in Jamaica, into which Colony he had successfully introduced the cultivation of the Bread fruit tree, by order of the British Government. He died as he lived, in the enjoyment of health and peace.At Charlottetown, on Tuesday evening, the 13th inst. Mr. George Weldon, Seedsman, aged 44 years.
At Vernon River, on Wednesday the 5th inst., Mr. Alexander Macdonald, (Ronald’s son) aged 26 years.
The Islander – Jun 23, 1848
Died.
On Sunday evening, the 18th inst., at Meadow Bank, Elliot River, Anne, eldest daughter of James B. Cooper, Esq., aged 14 years.The Islander – Jun 30, 1848
Died.
On Monday evening, the 26th, William Young, infant son of Mr. George Clark, of this town, aged 7 months.At Halifax, on Friday, the 16th inst., in the 34th year of his age, Stephen Boggs, Esq.
The Islander – Jul 7, 1848
Died.
At Murray Harbour Road, on Thursday 23d instant, Mr. Miles McInnis, Teacher, aged 23 years.At the same place, on Thursday the 29th instant, Samuel McLeod, aged 32 years.
On Saturday last, Mr. Thomas Tobin, a native of Ireland, in the 53d year of his age, for many years a resident of this town.
The Islander – Jul 21, 1848
Died.
On Tuesday last, Margaret the beloved wife of Mr. John Davis, sen., aged 70 years – The departed has left behind her satisfactory evidence of her acceptance with God.The Islander – Aug 4, 1848
Died.
At Chicago, Illinois, on the 25th day of June last, in the 23d year of her age, Amelia, wife of Mr. John Bell and daughter of Mr. J. McEwen, of this Island. Mrs. Bell was a native of Campbellton, New London, and removed to the United States about fifteen months since. During the last three months of her illness, she manifested much resignation to the will of her heavenly Father, and she died reposing her hopes of salvation on the Saviour.The Islander – Aug 18, 1848
Died.
On Wednesday last, of Dysentery, Charles Infant Son of L.W. Gall, Esq., aged 5 months.At Charlottetown, on the 17th instant, after a few days illness, Fanny, wife of Mr. T.D. Tanton, Tailor, aged 27 years.
At Musquash, on the 30th ult., in the 16th year of his age, George, third son of Mr. Edward McIntosh, formerly of P.E. Island.
At Fredericton, on the 7th inst., Mr. Samuel Watts, aged 59 years.
Accidental Death. – A farmer name Bernard McKewon, residing on the Monaghan Road, Lot 36, met with instant death on Saturday last, under the following circumstances; The deceased, with a number of others, was employed in getting out of the woods, near his own residence, a very large spar or mast piece, to which fifteen pair of horses were yoked; a jam took place, and as the team suddenly started forward, after the timber had been eased, the unfortunate deceased was instantly felled to the earth, with his own handspike, and crushed to death with the following roller. An Inquest was held on Sunday.
The Islander – Aug 25, 1848
Died.
On Monday morning, the 21st instant, Edward, infant Son of Mr. Patrick Gaffney, Tailor, aged 1 year and 10 months.On Wednesday last the 23d instant, at her late residence in this town, in the 62d year of her age, Elizabeth, relict of the late Charles Binns, Esquire. Her end was peace. The funeral took place this afternoon, and was numerously and respectably attended.
On Tuesday night, at Bedford row, Halifax, in the 77th year of her age, Mrs. Catherine McDonald, well known for keeping the oldest and one of the most extensive Boarding Houses in that city.
The Islander – Sep 1, 1848
Died.
At Tryon, on the 20the inst., after a lingering illness of several months duration, Elizabeth, wife of Mr. Richard Dawson, aged 45 years.On Friday, the 25th inst., Mary, wife of Samuel Nelson, Esquire, aged 62 years.
On Tuesday, the 29th inst., Edward, infant son of John Binns, Esquire, aged 10 weeks.
At the Halifax Hotel, on 21st ints., of a short illness, Major Carr, 38th Regiment.
At Digby, N.S., on Monday evening the 14th instant, the Rev. Stephen Bamford, Wesleyan Minister, who for upwards of forty years labored in the Gospel field in these provinces with much acceptance and profit. Mr. Bamford was in the 78th year of his age, and was probably the last of those heroes, who, under the great Lord Howe, sustained the honor of the British flag, on the memorable 4th June, 1794, in the conquest and capture of the French fleet. During the last seven years, he had the charge of the small Wesleyan Society at Digby, and by a faithful discharge of his pastoral duties and a deep interest in the welfare of the inhabitants generally, he succeeded in gaining the affection and confidence of all who knew him. A growing ripeness for his last change disarmed death of its sting and although deprived of the use of speech for hours before his dissolution, yet his end was peace. – Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.
The Islander – Sep 8, 1848
Died.
At Guysborough, N.S., on Sunday, the 20th ult., after a short illness, Isabel, wife of William Clark, Esq., of Belmont.At Tryon, on the 23d ult., Mr. Donald McIntyre, aged 73 years. He emigrated to this Island, from Ardmurchan, Argyleshire, Scotland, 46 years since, and has maintained during his residence here the character of an honest and industrious man.
At St. John’s, N.F., on the 17th ult., after a short illness, Mr. Thomas Bambrick, Teacher, aged 31 years, a native of the County Kilkenny – Newfld Times. (The deceased formerly resided in P.E. Island.)
The Islander – Sep 15, 1848
Died.
On Sunday morning, the 10th instant, at half-past two o’clock in the 73d year of his age, universally esteemed and regretted, Benjamin De Saint Croix, Esq., M.D., and D.C.L., formerly Assistant Surgeon of the 24th Regt., and for a period of nearly Forty years attached to the Medical Staff of this Island. He endured the brief but painful illness which terminated his life with true Christian patience and resignation to the Divine Will.Early this morning, Friday, the 15th instant, in the 34th year of her age, after having given birth on Sunday last, to a daughter, still-born, Helen Stewart, the beloved wife of Theophilus DesBrisay, Esq., and youngest daughter of the late Robert Stewart, Esq., of Rose Bank.
She evinced during her sufferings the utmost fortitude and resignation and her hopes were rested on the only sure foundation. The funeral will take place on Sunday next, at two o’clock.On Tuesday, the 12th, Mary, infant daughter of Mr. Edward Kickham, of this town, aged 13 months.
At New Wiltshire, William 8-½ years, Sarah, 3-1/2 years, and John, aged 1 year and 8 months, children of Mr. Thomas Yeo. It was a melancholy sight to see these three children encased in the same coffin.
The Islander – Sep 22, 1848
Died.
Suddenly, on Saturday, the 9th instant, Janet, wife of MR. Donald Bain, York River, aged 70 years.At Halifax, on Friday, the 8th inst., the Hon. William Hill, one of the Judges of the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia, aged 61 years.
The Islander – Sep 29, 1848
Died.
At York River, on the 18th inst., Mrs. Moorshead, wife of Mr. Nocholas Moorshead, aged 60 years.At Cavendish, on Sunday the 24th instant, of Pleurisy, Mr. John Fraser, aged 40 years, leaving a wife and 6 young children.
The Islander – Oct 13, 1848
Died.
At Little York, on Sunday the 1st instant, of Eryslpelas, Mr. Charles Hardy, aged 39 years.The Islander – Oct 20, 1848
Died.
Suddenly, at Pisquid Road, King’s County, on the 27th ultimo, Hector Johnson, a native of Argyleshire, Scotland, aged 55 years. He has left a wife and ten children to deplore their loss.The Islander – Oct 27, 1848
Died.
At Darnley, on Monday the 23d instant, after a long and distressing illness, deeply regretted, Elizabeth, youngest daughter of the late William Clark, Esq., aged 28 years.At Oakhampton, Devonshire, on the 8th instant, of Typhus fever, aged 33 years, Frederica Eliza Fanny Helen, eldest daughter of the late John Edward Carmichael, Esq., formerly Colonial Secretary of this Island.
The Islander – Nov 17, 1848
Died.
On the 11th October, at Killemly, near Cahir, Lorenzo Clutterbuck, Esq., of Killgrougie, Coumnty Tipperary, eldest Son of the late Lorenzo Clutterbuck, formerly of the Irish Treasury, and grandson of the late Colonel Lane, of Lanespark, in that County.The Islander – Nov 24, 1848
Died.
At Cable Head, Lot 41, on the 17th instant, Mr. Angus McIntyre, aged 86 years. He emigrated to this Island in 1791, from Stonnebrick, South Ulst, Scotland, and has been a resident on the Island for 57 years, during which time his many excellent traits of character won for him the esteem of all who knew him.On Wednesday morning last, after a lingering illness, Sarah Elizabeth, second daughter of Mr. John S. Bremner, aged 4 years and 8 months.
The Islander – Dec 1, 1848
Died.
On Wednesday last, Elizabeth Harriet Stukeley, infant daughter of the Honorable Chief Justice Jarvis, aged 1 year and 2 months.At Covehead, on Wednesday, the 22d ultimo, of Dropsy, after a lingering illness, Mr. Donald McMillan, aged 64 years.
The Islander – Dec 8, 1848
Died.
Inquest – An Inquest was held on Tuesday, the 21st ult., at the Five Houses, on the body of Laurence Butler, aged 17, who, the previous day, was drowned in Dingwell’s mill-pond, having fallen from a raft while employed in floating logs to the mill.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1849Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1849. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.
The Islander – Jan 5, 1849Died.
On Wednesday morning, of Croup, Mary, daughter of Captain Edward Nowlan, aged 4 years and 9 months.On the 6th December, at Ballykilcaven, Queen’s County, Ireland, Sir Edward J. Walsh, Bart.
The Islander – Jan 12, 1849
Died.
At Plymouth, England, on the 8th December last, at an advanced age, George Peake, Esq., Merchant, father of James Peake, Esq. of this town. (Mr. Peake left in the R.M. Steamer of the 27th ult., from Halifax, in anticipation of the melancholy event.)At Kurrachee, India, Capt. John L. Marsdon, 8th Regt. Of Foot youngest son of the late Capt. Marsdon, of the 7th Dragoon Guards of Kempsey, Worcestershire, England.
At Three Rivers, on the 25th December, after a short illness, Damaris, wife of Mr. R.D. Westaway, in the 56th year of her age, deeply regretted.
“Tis sad, and prints a deep scar on the heart,
To lose each cherish’d tie that earth endears
To weep, as one by one those friends depart
Who have been with us in this vale of tears.The Islander – Jan 19, 1849
Died.
At the head of Hillsborough River, on Saturday, the 6th instant, after a severe illness of one week, which he bore with much patience and resignation to the Divine will, Mr. George Douglas, in the 49th year of his age, leaving a wife and eight small children, to mourn the loss of an affectionate husband and tender parent; and in him the poor have lost a kind friend. He was an upright and worthy man, and his memory will be long cherished by those who had the pleasure of his acquaintance.At the Lunatic Asylum, on the 7th instant, John Walsh, Mariner, aged 53 years, a native of Kilkenny, Ireland.
The Islander – Jan 26, 1849
Died.
On the morning of Saturday last, after a long and distressing illness, in the 58th year of his age, the Honourable John Small McDonald, one of the members of Her Majesty’s Executive Council of this Island. Mr. Macdonald was for many years an acting Justice of the Peace for Queen’s County, and a Commissioner for the Trial of Small Debts, served the office of High Sheriff in the year 1839; in addition to which, he represented Queen’s County in General Assembly from the year 1830 until the General Election in 1846, on which occasion, although strongly solicited to continue engaged in political affairs, he declined offering his services. In all these various capacities, he had the singular good fortune to be universally esteemed (even by those politically opposed to him) as well for his urbanity, as for his unflinching integrity. Although much reduced by the ravages of disease, he had the happiness of enjoying his senses to the last and died in great tranquility of mind. His remains were escorted yesterday to their resting place, by the Members of the Highland Society (of which he was President), and followed by a long concourse of inhabitants, sympathizing with his bereaved family.At Dawlish, Devon, England, on the 30th November last, John Livett, Esquire, aged 47 years. Mr. Livett resided in this Colony for several years, was a member of the Legislative Council and a Justice of the Peace for Queen’s County; and was universally respected for his high moral worth and gentlemanly conduct and deportment in all the relations of life, and we are sure his numerous friends in this community will deeply sympathise with his family in their bereavement.
At Murray Harbour, White Sands, on Sunday the 14th inst., Mrs. Elizabeth Le Lacheur, wife of Mr. John Le Lacheur, sen., aged 76 years and mother of John Le Lacheur, Esq., M.P.P. She emigrated to this Island from Gurnsey about 42 years since.
At the same place, on the same day, Mrs. Sanders, wife of Mr. W. Sanders, aged 82 years.
At the same place, on Monday the 15th very suddenly, John W. Penny, aged 3 years, son of Mr. Samuel Penny.
At Chicago, Illinois, U.S., on the 22nd December last, of Small Pox, in the 25th year of his age, Mr. James Kirwan, late of this town.
On Wednesday, the 17th inst., at York River, Mr. Conrad Younker, in the 77th year of his age. The deceased was a native of Germany, and has resided on this Island for a period of 65 years.
A melancholy accident occurred at the White Sands, Murray Harbour, on the 13th instant, which resulted in the death of a young woman, aged 20 years, daughter of Mr. John Nicole. It appears that while in the act of placing a Bake pan over the fire, her clothes became ignited, and before assistance could be procured, she was so dreadfully burned, as to leave but slight hopes of recovery. She lingered until the following Sabbath, when death released her from further suffering.
The Islander – Feb 2, 1849
Died.
On the 2d January, at Besborough Lodge, Cabinteely, Mrs. Hamilton Lane, youngest daughter of the late William Thornton Todd, Esq. of Buucrana Castle, County Donegal, Ireland.At St. Mary’s Priory, Princethorp, England, on the 20th December, Matilda Alice, daughter of the Hon. Donald Macdonald, of Prince Edward Island, after a short but severe illness, I the 28th year of her age.
The Islander – Feb 9, 1849
Died.
At York River, on Sunday, the 5th instant, in the 81st year of her age, Mrs. Frances Stagman, a native of Coothill, in the county of Cavan, Ireland. The deceased emigrated to this Island in the year 1801; she has left a large family of children, grand children, great and great great grand children, to the number of 205, to mourn the loss of an affectionate parent and kind friend.At Bridgeton, N.S., on the 22d ult., Mary Ann, daughter of the Rev. William Temple, having recently entered upon the 22d year of her age.
At Pictou, on Thursday the 30th ult., after a short but severe illness, which she bore with submission and resignation to the Divine will, Jane, the beloved wife of James Fogo, Esq., Barrister at Law, and eldest daughter of the Rev. John McKinlay, of that place.
At Charlottetown, on Thursday morning, 8th inst., after a protracted illness, Capt. George Harris, a native of Poole, in the County of Dorsetshire, England, aged 44 years, leaving a wife and 5 children to lament his death.
At Pictou, on Wednesday morning, 31st ult., Sarah, wife of Thomas Dickson, Esq., aged 55 years.
The Islander – Feb 16, 1849
Died.
Suddenly, on Sunday morning the 17th December, on board the brig Douglas, a few days after her leaving this port, on his way to Join his friends in England, Mr. James Jackson, for many years a resident of this town.At Charlottetown, on Tuesday evening, of Hooping Cough, Elizabeth Jane, only daughter of Mr. W. Wellner, aged 8 months.
The Islander – Feb 23, 1849
Died.
At Grand River, of Lot 14, on the 16th January last, Mr. Roderick McKinnon, in the 76th year of his age, leaving a family and a large circle of friends to lament their loss. He emigrated to this Island in the year 1790 from the Island of Barra in Scotland.On Thursday evening, aged 6 years, George, eldest son of Mr. William Gill, of Union Road.
On Friday evening the 16th, Mr. William Bremner, Broker of Her Majesty’s Customs, aged 40 years.
John McLennan, a Farmer on the Murray Harbour Road, on his return from the Mill at Murray Harbour, was lost in a snow storm about two weeks since. The body was discovered about six days afterwards on the side of the Road, buried in the snow. He was a man of sober and steady habits.
The Islander – Mar 9, 1849
Died.
On Tuesday the 27th ult., at Georgetown Royalty, Elizabeth, the beloved wife of Mr. John W.H. Hadley, aged 23 years. She died, happy in Redeeming Love, and full of hope, of a blissful immortality.At St. John’s, Newfoundland, on the 25th January, Mr. Angus Sutherland, of Prince Edward Island.
The Islander – Mar 16, 1849
Died.
At Covehead, on the 2d instant, ater a protracted illness of 18 months which she bore with the greatest patience and resignation to the will of her Heavenly Father, Mrs. Shaw, wife of Mr. Neil Shaw, sen., aged 56 years, leaving a disconsolate husband and a large circle of friends, who mourn the loss they have sustained.On the 16th February last, in John Street, Bedford Row, London, of malignant scarlet fever, Anne Frances Harriet, wife of Alexander Henry, Esquire, and daughter of the late John Grubb, Esq.
On the 17th February last, of the same fever, Earnest Alexander, son of the above Alexander Henry, Esquire, in the 4th year of his age.
On Monday, the 12th inst., after a short illness, Jessie Jane, the infant daughter of Mr. John Nicholson, aged 2 months and 11 days.
On Wednesday night, the 14th inst., at Binstead, George Whelock, youngest sons of Charles Braddock, Esq., aged 1 year an d4 months.
An Inquest was held at Crapaud, on Saturday morning last, before the Coroner of Queen’s County, on view of the body of a man named Cable, found dead in the woods, having burst a blood vessel. The deceased, it appears had been laboring under a severe attack of the Asthma.
The Islander – Mar 23, 1849
Died.
At Norway House, Pictou, on the 14th inst., Edward Smith, Esq., of the Hon. Hudson’s Bay Company, aged 66 years.At Murray Harbour, after a long and painful illness, which she bore with Christina fortitude, on the 15th inst., Mrs. Catherine Hugh, aged 63 years. Her last expressions were those of realizing faith, great peace and holy joy – so peacefully and quietly did she expire, that connecting her life and character with her sufferings and her death it may said with reference to her, “she being dead, yet speaketh.”
At Murray Harbour, on Thursday the 8th inst., after a long and painful illness, Mr. Nicholas Richards, aged 36 years.
On the 10th inst., at Lot 13, Mr. Thomas Dougherty, an old and respectable inhabitant of that place.
The Islander – Mar 30, 1849
Died.
On the 23d inst., after a lingering and painful illness, of Dropsey, which he bore with Christian fortitude, George Wiltshire, 7th Royal Fusileers, aged 31 years. His last expressions were those of lively faith, genuine peace and holy joy.On Saturday, the 24th, Mr. John Lannen, Carpenter, aged 5? Years.
The Islander – Apr 6, 1849
An Inquest was held on Monday last, before the Coroner of Queen’s County, on view of the body of Daniel Bradley, residing at French Fort, who emigrated to this Island from Glasgow. It appears the deceased was on his way home from Charlottetown on Saturday evening last, the 31st ultimo, and when off “Apple Tree Farm,” Hillsborough River, his horse and sleigh, together with himself, his wife, and John McQuaid, who were in the sleigh with him, fell through the ice – the deceased’s son, with several other persons, knowing the insecure state of the ice, were on the look out for him and others, and so soon as they were heard in the ice – the evening being very foggy – ran to their assistance. Mrs. Bradley and McQuaid were rescued from a water grave by a son of the deceased and Francis McQuaid, Esq., not, however, until they had themselves several times broke through the ice, and were precipitated into the river, and with great difficulty escaped drowning. The deceased, unfortunately, got entangled amongst the weak ice, and although a number of persons were very near him, and he kept himself above water upwards of half an hour, they were unable to rescue him. On the following morning the inhabitants turned out, and succeeded in recovering the body of the deceased, together with the horse and sleigh.
The Islander – Apr 13, 1849
Died.
At Hobart Town, Van Dieman’s Land, on the 18th September last, William Warre Barrow, Esq., formerly of the 63d Regt., aged 45 years, youngest and only surviving Son of John Barrow, Esq., of this town.Death of Captain John Moore, R.N. – At his residence, Merchant’s road, on Friday night last, at a very advanced age, John Moore, Esq., a Captain of her Majesty’s Royal Navy. Early in life, this gallant officer entered that honourable and distinguished service and as his future prospects in life depended on his selection, he evinced by his cool and determined bravery that he was desirous to carry out his wishes. Few officers of the Navy saw more service, for in his days the English had something to do in the way of warfare, as she was then justly styled the mistress of the sea, and we are proud to say, that Captain Moore, during that long service attained all his honors by his valor. As a citizen he was mild, gentle, and unassuming – as an acquaintance and friend, sincere, warm-hearted, and affable, and in all his dealings through life, gentlemanly, and highly honourable. – Galway Mercury, March 3. (The deceased gentleman was father of Capt. L. Moore, who married our friend Miss Conroy, formerly a resident of this town.)
Inquest. – An inquest was held on Tuesday last by D.N. McQueen, Esq., Coroner for this County, on the body of Bellona Toma, an Indian, who had been found dead that morning in a yard at the rear of a house occupied by a man of the name of Boutiler. The body was opened by Dr. Forman, and we understand not a vestage of food was found in the unfortunate man’s stomach. It came out on the evidence that he had applied for admittance to several houses, the previous evening but being everywhere refused, had been forced to remain in the streets all night. He had been drinking. – Verdict, died from the effects of cold and want of food acting on a system previously diseased.
The Islander – Apr 20, 1849
Died.
At Recreation Grove, on Thursday, the 19th inst., Miss Charlotte Bagnall, aged 72 years.At Cavendish, on the 7th instant after a lingering and painful illness of 3 years and 6 months, which she bore with pious resignation, Mary, the beloved wife of Henry Robertson, aged 62 years. Her last expressions were, “Let me rise and praise my Maker,” and faintly uttered “The hour of my departure’s come.”
The Islander – Apr 27, 1849
Died.
On Sunday morning, the 22d inst., Emily Jane, daughter of Mr. George Scantlebury, aged 3 years and 6 months.On Sunday night last, Mr. Martin Benan, Farmer, aged 52 years.
The Islander – May 4, 1849
Died.
On the morning of Sunday, the 15th ult., of Decline, in the 28th year of her age, Mary, eldest daughter of Mr. John McIntosh. Peace Field, Lot 14, Prince County. The deceased bore her lingering and painful illness with exemplary resignation and fortitude, and departed this life strong in the Christian’s hope of a happy immortality, “happy are they who die in the Lord.”At Lot 49, on Sunday the 29th ult., Mr. Andrew Le Page, formerly of Charlottetown, aged 64 years. He was a native of the Island of Guernsey; and emigrated to this Country in the year 1806.
On Thursday the 26th ult., James, second son of Mr. Elias Roberts, Teacher, of Consumption, age 3 months and 20 days.
On Monday the 30th ult., Robert, son of Mr. William Heard, merchant of this town aged 8 months.
The Islander – May 18, 1849
Died.
On Saturday night, 12th instant, at “Brighton Lodge,” after a lingering illness, Thomas Robinson, Esq., an old and respectable inhabitant, aged 74 years.On Saturday morning, the 12th instant, Margaret Du Frocq, relict of the late Elisha Le Page, Esq., age 86 years. Mrs. Le Page was a native of Guernsey, and emigrated to this Island with her family in 1807.
At Charlottetown, on Thursday the 17th instant, Mr. Thomas Dawson Wood, aged 45 years.
On the 6th instant, in Charlottetown Royalty, (East end) Mr. William MacWilliams, aged 85 years.
The Islander – May 25, 1849
Died.
On Friday, the 18th instant, Mr. Bartholomew Flannagan, aged 78 years.On Saturday, the 19th instant, Mr. William Wristen, Constable, aged 45 years.
Melancholy Accident – We regret to hear of the loss yesterday morning, the 24th instant, at Rustico, of two men in the employ of F. Longworth, Esq., named John Gallant and Bruno Gallant, both married men, with families. It appears they observed a fishing net drifting pass the vessel at which they were at work, and they jumped into a canoe and pushed off for the purpose of saving it, and while in the act of hauling it in, drifted down near the breakers and the tide was running so strong that when they let go the net, they were not able to stem the current, and consequently went among the breakers and were lost.
Inquest. – An Inquest was held on Monday, the 21st before the Coroner of Queen’s County, at Cavendish, on view of the body of Sophia Osborne. From the evidence taken before the Coroner it appeared the deceased had been in a very weak and desponding state since her confinement, which took place about 5 weeks since; and had, during the temporary absence of the family on Sunday last taken the opportunity of destroying herself, by cutting her throat with a razor. The unfortunate deceased has left a large family of nine children.
The Islander – Jun 1, 1849
Died.
On Monday 7th May at York River, William, third son of Mr. William Vickerson, in the 31st year of his age.At New Glasgow, on the 19th, Margaret, wife of Mr. Robert Orr, sen., aged 78 years. She was a native of Renfrewshire, Scotland, and emigrated to this Island in the year 1819.
Suddenly, on Thursday, 24th, at Crapaud, Robert Potts, second son of Mr. Barnabas Trousdale, aged 7 years.
At Charlottetown, on Friday, 25th, Stephen Haviland, infant son of George W. De Blois, Esq., aged 9 months.
On Monday, 28th of Hooping Cough, after an illness of 8 weeks, Christina Purdie, aged 10 months, infant twin daughter of Mr. William Mutch, Lot 48.
The Islander – Jun 8, 1849
Died.
At Kindor House, New Abbey, Stewartry of Kircudbright, Scotland, on the 5th May last, John Reginald Riddell, Esq., W.S., Late of Kinharvie.The Islander – Jun 22, 1849
Died.
Suddenly, at Musquodoboit, on Sunday, the 19th June, Mary Mitchell, wife of Mr. John B. Fay, of Halifax.The Islander – Jun 29, 1849
Died.
On the 20th May, at Athlone, Ireland, after only five hours illness, Isabella Sophia, the beloved and affectionate wife of Major Longworth, 31st Regt. In her 23d year; and on the following day, of the same disease, at the same place, Emily Adelaide Rathborne, sister of Mrs. Longworth, in her 19the year, third daughter of William Rathborne, Esq., of Scripplestown House, County of Dublin, Dublin, both deeply lamented by a large number of relatives and friends. – London Times.On the evening of Tuesday, the 10th June, Donald Douglas, infant son of James D. Haszard, Esq., aged one year and thirteen days.
At Chicago, Illinois, in November last, Mr. Hector Morrison, mariner, a native of Pictou. His friends can recover his trunk containing a considerable sum of money by addressing Mr. Neil McKay, shipwright, New London, P.E. Island.
The Islander – Jul 6, 1849
Died.
At Charlottetown, on the 4th instant, of Hooping Cough, Mary Elizabeth, daughter of Mr. W.C. Trowan, aged 7 months.We have been requested to state that Owen Michen, who left his wife, Rose Michen, with one child in Charlottetown, P.E. Island, some time since, while working in the woods, in Canada, unfortunately received a severe wound in the leg, with an axe, in the month of December last, which mortifying, death ensued. This is published for the information of his wife. Editors will therefore please copy – Miramichi Gleaner.
The Islander – Jul 13, 1849
Died.
Suddenly, of apoplexy, on Thursday evening, the 12the instant, Ann, wife of Mr. Thomas Dawson, Tanner, Charlottetown, aged 53 years. The funeral will take place tomorrow (Saturday) at 9 a.m.The Islander – Jul 20, 1849
Died.
On Sunday, 8th July, of Dysentery, Jane Johnstone, youngest daughter of Mr. James Porteous, of Traveller’s Rest, aged 3 years.On the 8th instant, in the Parish of Chipman, Queen’s County suddenly (from a draught of water taken while he was in a warm condition) Mr. David Pidgeon, of P.E. Island, where he has left a widowed mother and other relatives to mourn their sudden loss.
The Islander- Aug 3, 1849
Died.
At Cove Head, on the 20th inst., after a long illness, Margaret, second daughter of Mr. Neil shaw, in the 32d year of her age, deeply regretted by all her friends and acquaintances.The Islander – Aug 10, 1849
Died.
At West Cape, on the 1st ultimo, Mr. Isaac Betts, sen., aged 65 years, leaving a wife and ten children to mourn their loss.Distressing Accidents
On Friday last, Mr. James C. Hudson, second son of Richard Hudson, Esquire, of Tryon, a young man of about Twenty-one years of age, was unfortunately drowned under the following circumstances; The deceased, accompanied by his brother, a lad of about fifteen years old, went into the river on the front of his father’s farm, for the purpose of bathing, he attempted to swim across the channel, which in that spot does not exceed 30 feet in width and suddenly, about midway, sank to rise no more. The distressed brother, without loss of time, ran towards the house to give the alarm, but before he could arrive fell down from exhaustion. His mother, on hearing his cries soon learned the melancholy tidings and fell near the door in a state of insensibility. Exertions to find the body were not spared butt it could not be recovered until it had been immersed for about two hours; consequently vitality had ceased. The body was found about 30 yards from the spot where he was missed. It is supposed that the deceased, who had been working hard at hay making, had become overheated and exhausted previous to bathing, and that sudden rush of blood to the head had induced insensibility.
He was a young man very much esteemed by all who knew him, for his unassuming manners and moral worth, and such was the estimation in which he was held, that the Sons of Temperance, of which Order he was a consistent brother, flocked from all parts of the adjacent country, at a very limited notice, to attend the interment of his remains which took place on the following day.Another melancholy event, precisely similar, occurred near Charlottetown, on the morning of Saturday. The unfortunate individual in this case was Mr. George Gill, son of Mr. William Gill, of Little York Settlement; the deceased went into the Hillsborough in company with a young lad at about 11 o’clock, immediately after the launch of Messrs McGill’s vessel, and being overheated, as was supposed, was seized with apoplectic symptoms. The alarm was immediately given by the boy who was in company with him, and the body soon discovered, but all efforts to restore animation proved unsuccessful. The deceased was a young man of good character, and a journeyman working for Mr. Passmore, shoemaker of this town.
The Islander – Aug 17, 1849
Died.
At Milton, on Thursday, the 9th inst., Mrs. Legyt, wife of Mr. John Legyt, aged 70 years.The Islander – Aug 31, 1849
Inquest – An Inquest was held on Tuesday last, the 28th inst., at Cherry Valley, before the Cornoner of Queen’s County on view of the body of a child named “Samuel Vaniderstine,” killed by the body of a cart falling on it. Verdict accordingly.
The Islander – Sep 7, 1849
Died.
At Wheatley River, rustic, on Tuesday 28th August, Simon Martin, Farmer, aged 60 years.The Islander – Sep 14, 1849
Died.
On the 23d June inst., at Bologne-sur-Mer, the Rev. Thomas Thornton Champuys, for 7 years Chaplain to the British Embassy at Rio de Janeiro, and for several years Pastor of Upton-cum Chalvey, Bucks, aged 34 years, eldest brother of Mrs. Buxton, of Winsloe Barton.The Islander – Sep 28, 1849
Died.
At Tryon River, the 4th instant, Mr. John Thomas, aged 74 years. He was a native of Bideford, England, and came to this Island when a boy. He has left a very large family to mourn their loss. – His end was peace.On Saturday,, the 22d inst., George Edwin, infant son of Mr. John W. Morrison, aged 2 months and 27 days.
On Thursday morning, 27th instant, at Charlottetown, Robert Alexander, fifth son of Mr. John S. Bremner, aged 5 months and 9 days.
The Islander – Oct 12, 1849
Died.
On the 8th day of August last, the Rev. John Henry Buxton, Vicar of Britford, Wilts, England, aged 43; youngest brother of Mr. Buxton, Winsloe Barton.The Islander – Oct 19, 1849
Died.
On Saturday morning, the 13th inst., Clarinda, wife of Mr. William White, York Point, aged 59 years.At Charlottetown, on Tuesday last, the 16th instant, Mr. John Howell, at the advanced age of 79 years. The deceased was a native of the County of Kilkenny, Ireland, and came to this Island in the year 1803.
Melancholy Accident – About three weeks since a man named John McLennan, residing near Bagnall’s, Princetown Road, accidentally cut off his great toe, and the next one to it; the wound was nearly healed, but on Wednesday the 10th instant, he was taken with shivering, soon followed by stiffness and pain in the neck and chest; this increased rapidly, until it came to complete tetanus or lock jaw, of which he expired spite of all medical aid, on Monday evening. This is rather singular, as we understand this fearful disease seldom occurs, except after an extremity being crushed, or from a wound made by a blunt instrument upon the foot or hand.
The Islander – Nov 2, 1849
Died.
At Cross Roads, Lot 19, on the 23d ultimo, at the house of her son, in the 84th year of her age, after a short illness, Catherine, relict of the late Mr. Adam Glover, of that place. She was much esteemed by those who had her acquaintance.On Sunday evening the 28th ult., at Elliot River, Elizabeth, wife of Mr. John Crosby, jun., and daughter of the late Mr. Duncan McEwen, aged 35 years.
At Burton, County of Sunbury, St. John, N.B., on Thursday the 25th ultimo, deeply regretted, Henry T. Partelow, Esq., aged 45 years, leaving a wife and seven children to lament their loss. Mr. Partelow was brother of the Hon. J.R. Partelow, Provincial Secretary, and filled, satisfactorily, many important public situations. He represented the county in which he died several years in the General Assembly of the Province.
At Quebec, on Thursday evening, the 18th October, Captain Richard Williams, of the Ship “Occan Queen,” for Bristol.
The Islander – Nov 9, 1849
Died.
On Sunday the 4th inst., after a lingering illness, which he bore with much composure and pious resignation, at York Point, Mr. William Baine, Stone Cutter, aged 47 years.The Islander – Nov 16, 1849
Died.
At Naufrage, of Consumption, on the 2d inst., Donald, son of Mr. Donald McDonald, Postmaster, in the 17th year of his age.On Wednesday, 7th instant, after a painful and lingering illness, which he bore with much patience and resignation to the Divine will, Mr. Malcolm Stewart, of Lot 48, I the 49th year of his age.
On Saturday, 10th inst., Elizabeth Alice, daughter of Mr. John Le Page, Teacher, Charlottetown, aged 16 months.
At Lot 49, on the 7th inst., Thomas Andrew, infant son of Mr. Thomas Le Page, of that place.
At New London, on the 28th ultimo, after a lingering illness, Mr. James Pickering, aged 62 years, a native of this Island.
The Islander – Nov 23, 1849
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Wednesday te 14th instant, Mrs. Hogan, wife of Captain Hogan, master of the Bark Colvile.At Halifax, on Tuesday the 15th, Charles Clark, Esq., aged 25 years, the youngest son of the late John Clark, Esq.
On the 6th instant, at Springfield, Mass., Mr. William S. Black, fourth son of Martin Gay Black, Esq., of Halifax, aged 27 years.
Melancholy Coincidence – Murdoch McLellan, of Lot 53, Cardigan road, was found dead near his residence, on the road leading from Cardigan, to St. Peter’s, on Monday last. His death his supposed to have arisen from his having fallen upon his head from off the wheels of a cart, upon which he was riding, he was returning from the mill of Mr. Crawford, Cardigan, with two bags of flour upon the wheels, and part of the box of a cart, and is supposed to have fallen from the effect of a fit. His brother Christopher, about six weeks previous, on the same road, and near the same place, was driving a team of two horses, with a stick of timber upon two pair of wheels, and going down a hill the horses ran away, threw him off, and the hinder wheel ran over his body and killed him on the spot.
The Islander – Nov 30, 1849
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Sunday the 25th, of Chicken Pox, Jane Pots, aged 6 months, youngest daughter of Mr. J.W. Cairns, Blacksmith.The Islander – Dec 7, 1849
Died.
At Cavendish, on the 22d November last, at the advanced age of 91 years, in full possession of her faculties, till within a short period of her death, Margaret, daughter of the late William Simpson, of Elliot River, and relict of the late John McNeill, of Cavendish, after a painful illness of 2-1/2 years, borne with Christian patience and resignation, leaving 8 sons, 3 daughters, 72 grand and 54 great-grand children still living. The remains of the deceased were followed to the grave by an immense concourse of relations, friends and neighbours, by whom the recollection of that active benevolence which characterized her through life, shining conspicuously even in her dying breath, will cause her memory to be long cherished with reverence and esteem.At Lennox Island, on the 1st instant, Oliver Labob, Chief of the Indians of this Island, aged 70 years.
The Islander – Dec 14, 1849
Died.
Melancholy Accident. – Drowned at Liverpool, England, o the 23d ultimo, by falling from off the paddle box of a steamboat in the night, while in the performance of his duty as a Seaman, Mr. Theophilus DesBrisay, eldest son of the late Solomon DesBrisay, Esq., of this town, in the 23d year of his age.The Islander – Dec 21, 1849
Died.
On Thursday, the 12th instant, after much suffering, which he bore with Christian resignation, Mr. Nathaniel Gibbs, in the 79the year of his age. The deceased has resided on this Island for nearly forty years, and was well known as an excellent Shipwright.On the 12th instant, at Brackley Point, of Puerperal Fever, Margaret, wife of Mr. Peter Gregor, and sister of the Rev. James Allan, Presbyterian Minister at Covehead. The integrity of her principles and the honesty of her purposes, her serious deportment and quiet application to personal religion from early life, the conscientious manner in which she endeavoured to discharge the duties of the several relations of life in which she happened to be placed and the strict fidelity with which she executed her trust, acquired to her the respect of many; and together with a long train of services personally received, will embalm her memory in the affections of her brother, who trust the public will excuse this lengthened notice, which he considers due to the deceased, whose character and worth, arising from the circumstance of her being a stranger in the land, joined to her retired disposition and unassuming manners, were not know beyond the limited sphere in which she moved.
The Islander – Dec 28, 1849
Died.
At Treneath, England, on Saturday the 17th November last, Mr. John Collings, formerly of this town, in the 52d year of his age.At San Francisco, California, on the 30th September last, Mr. Caleb G. Seeley, aged 39 years. At the same place, on the following day, Mr. Samuel Davison. The fate of these two active young Nova-Scotians, will cause a melancholy sensation in a community where they had been residing for many years, and were much respected: they left Liverpool early in the year for San Francisco, crossed the Peninsula, and reached the place of their destination; they were both in vigorous health at their departure, and accustomed to endure fatigue, but their voyage was protracted, and their privations and sufferings very great; they were seized with the prevailing disease of the country, Diarrhea, and although they experienced every attention which the kindness of friends and medical aid could afford, their strength was unequal to the violence of the disease – they died within twenty-four hours of each other, and have thus added to the number of those who left their friends and quiet homes in pursuit of gain, an fallen early victims to a wet, cold and inhospitable clime. – Hx Church times.
Melancholy Accident – An Inquest was held on Wednesday morning, the 26th instant, before the Coroner of Queen’s County, on view of the body of David Wilson, the younger, second son of Mr. David Wilson, merchant, of Charlottetown. It appeared from the evidence before the Coroner, that the deceased, in company with other boys, was skating on the ice, in the vicinity of the Queen’s Wharf, on Monday afternoon, the 24th instant; and, I attempting to go underneath the fourth arch of the above wharf, fell into a hole in the ice, and was drowned. His body was not recovered until the following day.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1850Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1850. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.The Islander – January 4, 1850
Died.
At Crapaud, on Wednesday, the 19th ultimo, Mr. James Bulpit, many years a preacher in connection with the Rev. John Wesley. He was sent to this Island as a Wesleyan Missionary, in the year 1807, where he zealously labored in preaching the Gospel in many parts of the Island. The deceased was well known and much respected. In his declining years he felt that the God of Israel was his covenant God. His faith in the redeemer was firm and unshaken, and in the sure hope of a blissful immortality, he peacefully slept in Jesus, at the venerable age of 84 years.On Thursday, the 27th ultimo, at Bedeque, Mr. James Graham, an old and respectable inhabitant, aged 77 years. Mr. Graham was a native of Edinburgh, and has resided in this Island for 35 years, and during that time has practiced the Medical profession.
Dreadful Accident – On the 26th ultimo, at about 11 o’clock, a.m., William Banks, of Lot 65, was feeding the Thrashing Mill at Sailors’ Hope, when the cylinder burst, and a part of one of the teeth flew out, struck him on the left breast, and killed him on the spot.
The Islander – Jan 18, 1850
Died.
On the 15th instant, at ten o’clock, a.m., aged 68 years, Mrs. Lydia Wright, widow of the late Charles Wright, Esquire, Surveyor General of this Island, and daughter of the late John Cambridge, Esq., of Bristol.On Thursday, 10th instant, at the Hillsborough Ferry, opposite Charlottetown, Mary, wife of Mr. James Walsh, aged 45 years.
The Islander – Jan 25, 1850
Died.
On the 5th November last, at his father’s residence, Yonghal, Ireland, after a lingering illness of three years, Thomas Cook, Esq., M.D., late of this town, aged 32 years.Suddenly, at Charlottetown, on the 17th inst., Mr. John Summers, an old inhabitant of this town, in the 80th year of his age.
The Islander – Feb 1, 1850
Died.
On the 4th January last, in the 72d year of his age, at Vron, near Bala, Merionethshire, Rice Anwyl, Esq., only surviving brother of the late Lieut. Colonel Anwyl.At Souris, on Sunday the 27th January, Lillie, wife of Mr. John Knight, Merchant, aged 32 years; only daughter of Alexander Leslie, Esq.
At Charlottetown on Tuesday, the 25th ult., after a short illness, of malignant scarlet fever, Walter, eldest son; and on Thursday the 27th ult., Sybella, the third daughter of Robert Bruce Stewart, Esq.
At Brudenell River, on Friday the 25th ultimo, after a long and severe illness, under which he manifested extraordinary patience and great fortitude, Deacon William McLaren, in the 78th year of his age. The deceased obtained a hope of the glory to be revealed at the appearing of the Lord from Heaven, about 39 years ago, and his after life was marked by a spirit and conduct becoming the Gospel. He was esteemed by all who knew him, for his virtues as a man, and his consistency as a Christian. His life was eminently holy, his labours in the cause of God, and in connection with the Baptist Church in Three Rivers, of which he was in former years the preacher, and in latter years the senior Deacon, were abundant and successful, and his death was triumphant and peaceful. “Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright, for the end of such man is peace.
The Islander – Feb 8, 1850
Died.
On the 11th January last, at Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States, of Typhus fever, Mr. George Clark, formerly of Charlottetown, in this Island, aged 43 years.The Islander – Feb 22, 1850
Died.
At Mansfield, Lot 19, on the 10th inst., in the 74th year of his age, the Rev. William Macgregor, late Pastor of the Presbyterian congregation of Richmond Bay. He was a pointed and earnest and faithful Preacher of the Gospel,, remarkable for the warmth of his personal piety and greatly endeared to his brethren in the ministry by his affectionate disposition, and agreeable and edifying conversation.At Elliot River, Lot 65, on Monday the 11th inst., Flora, wife of Mr. Charles McNeill, aged 59 years.
On Sunday evening last, after an illness of 10 days, Cuthbert Collingwood, eldest son of Horatio N. Hope, Esq., of St. Eleanor’s, aged 14 years.
At Tracadie, on the 7th inst., after a short illness, Isabella, wife of Mr. John Lawson, aged 45 years, leaving three small children to lament the loss of a loving and indulgent mother.
At Cincinnati, United States, of Small Pox, William and John Whelan, the first aged 28 years, the second 21 years. They were natives of Charlottetown Royalty.
The Islander – Mar 1, 1850
Died.
At French River, New London, at the advanced age of 90 years, Mr. George Campbell, formerly of Argyleshire, Scotland, but for the last 33 years a resident of this Island. From exceedingly temperate habits, he retained a boyish activity and sensitiveness to his last hour.At Norton, New Brunswick, on the 9th ultimo, of Ericipelas, Miss Mary Green, in her 23d year, after an illness of seven days. She was the eldest of two daughters in a family of fourteen children; and her amiable manners and Christian deportment had won her many friends. Her brother in communicating to her relatives in Charlottetown the melancholy tidings of her death, says: “Poor Mary bid fair for life – she never knew what sickness was, and was the picture of health a few days before she died. Her death has cast a gloom over the whole parish, for all who knew her loved her. A few hours before she breathed her last she called her relatives about her, and taking their hands, spoke most affectionately, and bade them a final adieu, declaring herself to be perfectly happy in the prospect of death.” Be ye therefore ready.
The Islander – Mar 8, 1850
Died.
On Thursday last, William Francis, infant son of Mr. Francis Antoine, aged 6 months.The Islander – Mar 15, 1850
Died.
In Edinburgh, in January last, Mrs. Lamont, wife of W.R.A. Lamont, Esq., formerly Dep. A. Commissary General of this Island.On the 1st instant, after a long and painful illness, Margaret, third daughter to Mr. James Shaw, Brackley Point, aged 23 years.
At Cumberland Cottage, Lot 33, on Tuesday the 5th inst., Mrs. Mary Kendal, aged 93 years.
At Cape Traverse, on Sunday, the 17th ult., after 3 days illness, Emily, aged 5 years, youngest daughter of John and Elizabeth Muttart.
At London, on the 13th February last, Wm. Carson, Esq., Merchant, Dublin.
The Islander – Mar 22, 1850
Died.
At St. Peter’s Bay, on the 6th inst., aged 62 years, universally and deservedly regretted by all who knew her, for her many amiable qualities and benevolent disposition, Catherine Sanderson, relict of the late Robert Sanderson, of the above place.The Islander – Mar 29, 1850
Died.
On the 24th February last, at London, Canada West, after an illness of three days, of an affection of the Heart, Charles Poole, Esq., M.D. formerly a resident of Charlottetown.On Monday the 11th inst., on the Princetown Road, in the 74th year of his age, Jacob Schurman, after a painful illness of 12 months.
At cove Head, on Sunday the 24th inst., at the advanced age of 89 years, Mr. John Bell, formerly of Argyleshire, Scotland, who emigrated from the above place to this Island, in the year 1806. He always bore the character of an upright, sober, industrious man.
The Islander – Apr 5, 1850
Died.
On Tuesday morning, the 2nd inst., at Kildare, Lot 3, deeply regretted, after a long and painful illness, which she bore with Christian fortitude and resignation to the Divine will, Hannah Gorland, wife of Mr. J.C. Trayers.In Kent Street, on Friday last, after an illness of more than twelve months, Mrs. Collins, wife of Mr. Thomas Collins, Pilot, aged 52 years.
At South Shore, Lot 65, on the 8th ultimo, Ann, wife of Mr. John Callier, aged 65 years.
The Islander – Apr 12, 1850
Died.
At Elliot River, on the 25th ult., after a long and painful illness, Mr. Robert Nelson, aged 76 years.On the 31st ult., at Campbelton, New London, Mr. John McEwen, aged 74 years, after a protracted illness, which he bore with Christian resignation, in the full assurance of a blessed immortality.
The Islander – Apr 19, 1850
Died.
At Bedeque on the 13th inst., Jane, fifth daughter of the late Charles Binns, Esq., aged 30 years.At South Shore, Lot 65, on the 8th ultimo, Ann, wife of Mr. John Callier, aged 65 years.
At Brudnell River, on the 26th ult., after a few days illness Margaret, wife of Mr. Henry Gordon, in the 49th year of her age; deeply regretted by all her friends and acquaintances, by whom her memory will long be cherished. Her death has cast a deep gloom on the family from which she has been suddenly removed.
The Islander – Apr 26, 1850
Died.
On Sunday, the 21st int., Mary Senhouse Anwyl, only child of the late Lieutenant Colonel Anwyl, of the 4th, or King’s Own Regiment, and grand-daughter of John Barrow, Esq., now of this Island, formerly of Hill Park, Kent, England.At Roxbury Hospital, three miles from Boston, on the 13th of March, of Small Pox, Mr. Daniel Scott, third son of Mr. Peter Scott, French Fort, in the 28th year of his age.
At his residence, in Charlottetown Royalty, St. Peter’s Road, on Friday last, Mr. Thomas Newberry, aged 49 years.
On Saturday morning, the 13th inst., at St. John, N.B., the Hon. Hugh Johnston, M.L.C., aged 60 years.
On Sunday evening the 14th April, at his residence in Sewell street, James Peters, Esq., aged 73 years.
At the Nashwaak, N.B., on the 5th inst., Donald McDonald, aged 105 years. This is the last survivor of those who settled on the Nashwaak, belonging to Her Majesty’s 42d Regiment.
Suddenly , on the 19th inst., Mr. George McQuaid, Tailor, aged 63 years; a native of Ireland. He emigrated to this Island last Autumn, and left a widow and nine children.
On Tuesday, the 23d inst., Mary Jane, eldest daughter of John H. Flieger, formerly of Halifax, N.S. and wife of Mr. John McLean, of this Town, Engineer, aged 32 years. She had been for many months past a very great sufferer, and she manifested throughout her trials the spirit and resignation of a true Christian. She died a glorious testimony of her faith in her beloved Redeemer; and, no doubt, now finds that to be with Christ is far better.
Melancholy Accident – On Saturday the 13th inst., at Mr. Clow’s shipyard, as one of the men, Philip Steel, (son of Angus Steel, of Gaspereaux, Lot 61,) was crossing the Beams of the Ship, while assisting in carrying a plank, he unfortunately missed his footing and fell backwards off the beam, his head striking the keelson; assistance was immediately rendered, but he only survived eleven or twelve hours. He was a well behaved, industrious young man, and in him the parents have suddenly lost at the age of 23 years, a kind and dutiful son. The funeral was attended by a large number of friends and acquaintances of the deceased and his family, for whom much regret and sympathy are felt.
The Islander – May 3, 1850
Died.
At Boughton Island, on Friday the 19th inst., in the 45th year of her age, regretted by all who knew her, after a lingering illness which she bore with Christian fortitude and resignation, Elizabeth, wife of Mr. Joseph Allen, and daughter of the late Benj. Coffin, Esq., of Savage Harbor.On the 12th inst., Alexander, son of Patrick Cluney, of this town, aged 7 months.
At Lot 30, on Sunday last, Mary, wife of Mr. John Macdonald, aged 70 years.
The Islander – May 10, 1850
Died.
At Murray Harbour, on the 5th inst., Mary Le Messurier, aged 71 years. The deceased was an old resident in that neighbourhood, and emigrated to this Island in the year 1810. She is deeply regretted by her numerous circle of friends and acquaintances. Her death was peaceful and triumphant, for she had early learned to carry all her trials and sorrows to the throne of grace, and to obtain strength in her necessities.At Halifax, on Wednesday, the 7th instant, at half-past ten o’clock, Isabella, consort of the Hon. H.H. Cogswell, aged 71 years.
The Islander – May 17, 1850
Died.
On board the Schr. Peri, of this port, on his passage from New Orleans to St. Thomas’ on the 11th March last, after a few days illness, Mr. Robert Gray Nelson, youngest son of Samuel Nelson, Esq., of this town, in the 29th year of his age.At Cherry Valley, on the 6th instant, after four days illness, of paralysis, Mr. Thomas Irving, aged 46 years, leaving a family of eleven children to mourn his loss.
At St. Mary’s Bay, on the 28th ultimo, Agnes Charters, relict of the late Mr. William Dickson, in the 74th year of her age, deeply regretted by her friends and acquaintances, by whom her memory will be long cherished. She has left two sons and three daughters, and a large number of grand-children, to mourn her loss. She was a native of Dumfriesshire, Scotland, and emigrated to this Island in 1815.
The Islander – May 24, 1850
Died.
On the 6th instant, at the Residence of his Sister at Mornington Crescent, Mr. Sylvanus Gates, of Great Queen’s street, Lincoln’s In Fields, London, in his 53rd year.The Islander – May 31, 1850
Died.
At Cheapstow, East Point, on Monday the 13th inst., Catherine, widow of late Mr. William Pope, leaving six children to mourn their loss.The Islander – Jun 14, 1850
Died.
At Halifax, on Thursday last, Matilda Charlotte, relict of the late Capt Duport, Royal Artillery, and eldest daughter of the late John F. Holland, Esq., of this town.The Islander – Jun 21, 1850
Died.
On Sunday, the 16th inst., in peaceful resignation to the Divine will, in the 76th year of her age, Agnes, relict of the late Francis Longworth, Esq., of this town.The Islander – Jul 5, 1850
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Saturday morning, the 29th June, Anna Bella McInnes, wife of Captain Maver, Sailing-master of the Guloare, in the 31st year of her age.The Islander – Jul 12, 1850
Died.
On the eight inst., at De Sable Bridge, after 8 days illness, David Holm, aged 68 years, a native of Rosshire, Scotland, he emigrated here in 1843.At San Francisco, on the 1st of April last, Mr. Michael Faught, eldest son of Mr. Richard Faught, of this town, in the 28th year of his age.
The Islander – Jul 19, 1850
Died.
At Athlone, Ireland, on the 7th June last, In the 26th year of her age, after a severe illness of ten days, of inflammation of the lungs, Janet, wife of John Jones, private 14th Regt. Of Foot, and third daughter of Mr. John Nicholl, Charlottetown Royalty.At Buckland Cottage, the residence of her son-in-law, the Rev. H.B. Snooks, Rector of All Saints, Portsea, on the 18th June, in the 83d year of her age, Mary Ann, relict of the late Captain Jams Nash, R.N., for many years Flag Captain at Plymouth and Portsmouth.
At Illinois, on the 5th May, Mr. Archibald Murray, a native of Bedeque in this Island.
Mr. Robert Irving, of Bedeque Road, who also migrated to Illinois last year, has lost his father and two children.
Mr. Atkinson from the same place, and who left at the same time, has lost his daughter Elizabeth, 8 years old, and a young child.
The Islander – Jul 26, 1850
Died.
On Tuesday, the 6th inst., after a long and painful illness, which she bore with Christian fortitude and resignation to the Divine will, aged 19 years, Mary Ann, fourth daughter of Mr. G. Dixon, of Dog River, deservedly regretted by a large circle of friends and acquaintances.On the 2d inst., at Winchcombe Place, Cheltenham, Lieut. Colonel Thomas Wright, on the h.p. of the royal Staff Corps, and eldest son of the late T. Wright, Esq., Surveyor General of the Island.
Fatal Accident – the Ferry Boat plying between Canso Point and Charlottetown, was upset on Thursday, the 25th inst., in a squall of wind about midway between the two places, and immediately sank; on board of which were John Johnston, the Ferry man, his lad Francis Murphy, Hugh Curry, of the West River, and Neil Curry, of Nine Nile (sic Mile) Creek; the former three persons after being in the water for nearly an hour, having two oars of the boat to assist them, were picked up by a boat from Warren Farm, the latter person, Neil Curry, while swimming for the shore, unfortunately sank and was drowned. We understand that Curry was a very steady and industrious man, and leaves a wife and small family to morn their loss. Immediately on the accident being known in Town, Mr. Tremain very promptly and kindly lent the Steam Boat Isla to a number of gentlemen for the purpose of rendering assistance, but the Boat did not reach the place of disaster in time to be of service.
The Islander – Aug 2, 1850
Died.
At Little York, on Thursday morning, the 1st of August, of rheumatic fever, after a short illness, in the bloom of life, Henry Johnston, Esq., M.D., of Louth, Lincolnshire, England, aged 25 years. The deceased gentleman arrived on this Island, via New York, but a few weeks since, for the purpose of settling among us. He was a member and a local preacher of the Wesleyan Church. The few friends who had the pleasure of knowing him in this place, found him to be a young man of more than ordinary talents; he left behind him undoubted evidence of his having died in hope of a blessed and glorious immortality. The funeral will take place on Sunday next, at 2 o’clock, P.M., from the residence of Mr. George Beer, jun., Charlottetown.Suddenly, on Tuesday last, the 30th ult., at the Barrack, in Charlottetown, Private Patrick McGuire, 38th Regt., aged 28 years.
Of Yellow Fever, at Bahia, Brazils, in the 21st year of his age, Thomas, fourth son of the late John H. Noonan, Esq., Collector of H.M. Customs, Pictou.
On Monday afternoon, the 29th inst., Mr. Richard Yates, aged 75 years, after a few hours illness.
On the 27th instant, Emily, daughter of Mr. George Hubbard, aged 4 months.
At White Sands, on the 9th ult., in the 26th year of her age, after a short illness of a few hours, Julian, wife of Mr. Hector Gillis.
At St. John’s N.F., on Sunday night, the 14th inst., at twenty minutes past 10 o’clock, at the Franciscan Monastery of that city, the Right Rev. Michael Anthony Fleming, D.D., Roman Catholic Bishop of Newfoundland, after a prolonged illness of nearly two years, borne in a spirit of Christian fortitude and resignation. The Right Rev. subject of this obituary was born at Carrick-on-Suir, in the County of Tipperary, Ireland, I the year 1792, hence, he was at the period of his decease in the Fifty-eighth year of his age.
At New London, on the 19th ult., Mrs. Jane McKie, aged 67 years.
At St. Eleanor’s, on Tuesday, the 30th ult., Mr. Alfred Compton, aged 36 years.
The Islander – Aug 9, 1850
Died.
At St. Eleanor’s, on Monday afternoon, in the 62d year of his age, Thomas Compton Compton, Esq., J.P.At Charlottetown, on Wednesday, the 7th inst., Lydia Emily, only daughter of Mr. James Cantelo, aged one year and twenty days.
The Islander – Aug 23, 1850
Died.
On Saturday, the 17th inst., after a long and painful illness, aged 54, Mary, wife of Lieut. Colonel the Honorable Ambrose Lane, Town Major and Adjutant General of Militia, of this Island.At Pictou, on the 31st ult., Frederick Mortimer, infant son of J.H. Lane, Esq., H.M. Customs, aged 17 days.
Mrs. Lane was fourth daughter of Charles Douglass Smith, Esq., of Dawlish, Devon, formerly Lieut. Governor of this Island, and Niece of the late Admiral Sir Sidney Smith, G.C.B., Lieut. General of Marines.
On the 16th instant, aged 2 months and 6 days, Frances Rebecca, infant daughter of T. Heath Haviland, Esq., Barrister.
On Monday, the 19th inst., William Henry, eldest son of Mr. Samuel W. Mitchel, Keeper of the Asylum, aged 8 years.
On Friday last, Mrs. O’Brien, wife of the late Mr. John O’Brien, Carpenter.
At Sea, of Consumption, on board the Brig Fanny, one week previous to her arrival at California, Mr. Edmund White, (a passenger,) son of Mr. Wm. White, of York Point, in this Island.
The Islander – Aug 30, 1850
Died.
At Boston, U.S., on the 20th May last, Mr. Alexander Macdonald, formerly of Belfast, P.E. Island, aged 27 years.On the 27th August, at her residence, Smithfield, Hillsborough River, aged 85 years. Anna Barbara, relict of the late Mr. John Classon, deeply regretted by a numerous offspring, and a large circle of friends and acquaintances. She bore her illness with Christian patience and resignation to the Divine will.
On Monday, the 26th August, aged 11 months, David Nelson, only child of Mr. James D. Lawson, merchant of this town.
On Monday, the 26th August, Mrs. Summers, wife of the late Mr. John Summers, of Charlottetown, aged 75 years.
The Islander – Sep 6, 1850
Died.
At Park Corner, on Saturday morning, 17th Aug., Mary, relict of the late Mr. John Cousins, in the 82d year of her age.At Harbour’s Mouth, on the 27th ult., Mr. John Cardiff, Brickmaker, aged 62 years.
On the 30th ult., Anna Mary, infant daughter of Henry F. Jarvis, Esq., M.d., aged seven weeks and four days.
The Islander – Sep 13, 1850
Died.
At South shore, Lot 65, on Friday 6th inst., in the 85th year of his age, Mr. Hugh McDonald, an old and respectable farmer of Elliot River, a native of Argyleshire, Isle of Mull, Scotland.On the 7th inst., Emma Mary, infant daughter of Mr. J.T. Thomas, aged 9 months and 12 days.
The Islander – Sep 20, 1850
Died.
At Dean Terrace, Edinburgh, on the 21st ult., Mrs. Sarah De Wend, relict of the late Major Michael De Wend, of the 60th Regt. of Foot, and eldest daughter of the late James Douglas Esq., Comptroller of Her Majesty’s Customs in this Island.On Tuesday the 17th inst., Elizabeth, second daughter of the late Mr. William Wriston, of Charlottetown, aged 10 years.
The Islander – Sep 27, 1850
Died.
Suddenly, at Summerside, Bedeque, on Sunday last, Mrs. Hannah Green, wife of Mr. Joseph Green, and daughter of Mr. Joseph Baker, of that place, aged 50 years.On Tuesday last, North Creek, Charlottetown, Royalty, Mrs. Rennells, wife of Mr. Richard Rennells, aged 70 years.
Of Dysentry, on the 18th inst., at the Wood Island Road, Alexander Fraser, eldest son of Mr. John McDonald, aged 7 years. On the same day, Katharine, youngest daughter of the same, aged 1 year and 10 months. On the 20th instant, Anne, eldest daughter of the same, aged 4 years.
The above children were all amiable, promising and interesting. They were beautiful and flourishing plants; but they have been nipt in the bud, and have been cut down in their bloom. The parents have sustained a very great loss, but they have the sympathy of their neighbours and the comforts of the Gospel of Christ.The Islander – Oct 4, 1850
Died.
At Charlottetown on Saturday morning, the 28th ult., aged 26 years, Frances Stewart, wife of Henry Jarvis, Esq., M.D.On Saturday, the 28th ult., after a short illness, George A. Hughes, Esq., late of Her Majesty’s Commissariat Department at Halifax, aged 50 years.
At Charlottetown, on the 2d inst., John Thomas, son of Mr. Thomas Green, aged 11 months and 17 days.
Suddenly, of Apoplexy, on the 27th ult., at Sackville, N.B. Elisha Dewolfe, Esq., aged 50 years. Mr. Dewolfe was for many years a Representative in the General Assembly of Nova Scotia, for his native County of King’s. Latterly he has been a partner of the respectable House of Pingree & Dewolfe, of Boston. His death is deeply lamented by a large circle of relatives and friends. His remains have been conveyed to Wolfville, Nova Scotia, where they have been interred in the family vault. The deceased was Brother-in-law to the Hon. Charles Young.
The Islander – Oct 11, 1850
Died.
At Government House, Charlottetown, at about half-past seven o’clock, on Thursday evening, the 10th inst., after a long and lingering illness, His Excellency Sir Donald Campbell, Bart., Lieut Governor of this Island, aged 50 years.At Kintyre, Brackley Point Road, on Monday last, Mr. Neill McCallum, and old and respectable inhabitant of that place, aged 56 years.
The Islander – Oct 18, 1850
Died.
At her son’s residence, Charlottetown, on Sunday the 13th inst., of Dysentry, in the 61st year of her age, Jane, wife of Mr. George Bynon, of Tryon.At Black River, on Wednesday the 2d inst., aged 78 Emily McPhee, wife of Mr. John McKinnon, she was a native of Glasgow, Scotland, and emigrated to this Island in 1774.
At Halifax on Wednesday morning, 9th inst., after a short illness, which she bore with Christian fortitude, Helen, the beloved wife of Mr. James Dechman, senr., aged 77 years.
Suddenly at Boston, Sept., 25th, aged 60 years, Samuel Story, Esq., of Halifax, N.S.
At Covehead Road, on Monday night the 14th inst., Mr. Tristram Woolridge, aged 55 years. Deceased was a native of Devonshire, England, and emigrated to this Island in the year 1831.
On Wednesday the 25th ult., (the day of the Fair,) Mr. James Craig, Mason, on his way home, in a cart with Thomas Gordon, stopped to give the horse a drink at Johnston’s Mill Dam; by some accident the Cart was turned over, and Craig was thrown therefrom; on taking him up, he was found to be severely injured; and on conveying him towards his house, he exhibited such symptoms of fatal injury, that he was taken into Mr. Owen Curtis’s, where lingered until Sunday evening, and then expired, aged 77 years.
The Islander – Oct 25, 1850
Died.
At the residence of their father, Major C.D. Rankin, Queen Street, of Dysentry, on Saturday last, at 1 o’clock, afternoon, Mary Amelia, aged 16 years; and at 2 o’clock the following morning, Jessie Margaret, in the 25th year of her age.
This sad and solemn visitation of Providence has suddenly shed a melancholy gloom over a wide circle of relatives and friends, and elicited a general manifestation of cordial sympathy with the bereaved, from all classes of the community, who feelingly evinced by their respective tribute of regard for the deplored deceased so recently warm with life and buoyant hope, a sorrowful assurance of their condolence with the aged parents of the amiable and accomplished young women, whose mortal remains were on Monday committed together to the narrow house appointed for all living. Several of the Public Authorities – Civil and Military – most of the Magistrates, Merchants and Mechanics in town, and many gentlemen from the neighbouring districts – nearly three hundred persons – walked in procession to the grave; and affecting sight, and well calculated to make a deep and durable impression on the most thoughtless. How uncertain and transient is life! “It is even a vapour, that appeareth, for a little time, and then vanisheth away.”At Vernon River, on Monday the 21st, after a few days illness, Mr. Charles Moore, of Orwell, aged 25 years, deservedly regretted. The unfortunate deceased, on Friday last, was trying some strange horses in a portable Threshing Machine – with which he was in the habit of travelling through the settlement – and the band having slipped off the Fly Wheel, he threw a sheaf of grain on it, and then laid the weight of his body on the grain, for the purpose of stopping the machine – which is often done-when the Fly wheel burst, and struck him on the head and face, breaking his jaw bone, and otherwise seriously injuring him. He lingered from the time of the accident until Monday, when death put an end to his suffering.
At the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Cameron, on Saturday last, Mrs. Hannah Clark, wife of the late John Clark, Esq., aged 86 years.
At Charlottetown, on Thursday evening, Mr. William Gracie, Painter, aged 50 years.
Died in peace, at Pownal, Lot 49, on Friday, the 11th instant, in the 38th year of her age, Catharine, the beloved wife of Mr. Frederick Mellish, leaving a husband and five children to mourn their loss. The deceased is much and deservedly regretted by a large circle of friends and acquaintances.
The Islander – Nov 1, 1850
Died.
At Pictou, on Sunday the 20th ult., at his own residence, the Rev. John McKinlay, A.M., pastor of the Congregation of Pictou in connection with the Presbyterian Church of Nova Scotia, in the 62nd year of his age. He was born in the parish of Falkirk, Scotland, and arrived in this country in the autumn of 1817. For several years he was the able coadjutor of the late Rev. Dr. McCulloch, in the Pictou Academy; and many who now fill important and honorable stations in this Province and elsewhere, remember with grateful affection, the instructions received from him in that institution. On the 11th day of August, 1825, he was ordained to the pastoral charge of the Congregation of Pictou; and for the space of 26 years and upwards, he discharged the duties of the pastorate with fidelity and success; a peaceful and happy death closed a life of active exertions in the service of his divine master. As a man, he was distinguished, during life for the urbanity of his manners and for extensive and accurate scholarship. As a divine his views of scriptural truth were clear an evangelical. His pulpit ministrations blended in happy harmony, law and gospel, doctrine and duty, the sound of alarm, and words of consolation. His visits to the house of mourning were (unreadable) comfort into the sorrowful heart. The youth of his congregation were the objects of his tender solicitude, and he was not without evidence that his labours of love were esteemed and blessed. In the public affairs of the church he took an active part, and on her records his name is honorably associated with many of her most important measures. His memory will long be cherished with grateful affection by a beloved and loving people. While his congregation were assembled for public worship, and while the brother who occupied his pulpit was offering up a prayer which for appropriateness and fervency will long be remembered by those who have heard it, his spirit released from its “house of clay” winged its flight, amid the devotions of his flock, to “the land that is very far off.” Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth; yea, saith the spirit, for they shall rest from their labours and their works do follow them.The Islander – Nov 8, 1850
Died.
Suddenly, at Charlottetown, on the evening of Sabbath last, the 3d instant, Mary Ann, wife of Mr. Kenneth McKenzie, merchant and eldest daughter of the late Mr. Thomas Jones, in the 37th year of her age, leaving at attached husband, and young family to lament their loss.At Tryon, on the 21st ult., aged 2 years and 3 months, William only son of Mr. Samuel Bynon.
On the 16th ult., aged 85 years, Mr. Robert Dean, of Mountain Cottage, Charlottetown Royalty, formerly a native of County Donegal, Ireland. He died in hopes of a blessed resurrection, believing on the Lord Jesus Christ.
At Three Rivers, on the 12th ult., Eleanor, eldest daughter of Mr. James Moore aged 21 years.
At the same place, on the 18th, Lemuel Henry, eldest son of the late Mr. Lemuel Webster, of St. peter’s, aged 7 years.
On the 18th ult., of Dysentry, at Brudnell River, Flora, daughter of Mr. Hector Johnston.
Of Scarlet Fever, on the 25th ult., David Moore, aged 2 years, and on the 2d inst., George Mabey, aged 5 years and six months, children of Mr. Stephen Coles, Charlottetown Royalty.
The Islander – Nov 15, 1850
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Tuesday, 12th inst., Margaret, wife of George Beazley, Esq., in the 50th year of her age.At Sandgate, in Kent, England, on the 6th ult., Miss Caroline Gates, late of Mornington Crescent, Hampstead Road, in the 49th year of her age.
At Cavendish, on the 23d ult., at the residence of her son Mr. Wm. Marquis, Helen, wife of Thomas Fairbairn, Esq., and eldest daughter of the late Mr. John McNeill, of that place, aged 60 years.
The Islander – Nov 22, 1850
Died.
Death of the Bishop of Nova Scotia – The Right Rev. Dr. John Inglis, Bishop of Nova Scotia, who has been for a short time sojourning in England, died on Monday, aged 73 years, at his residence, Curzon street, Mayfair. Dr. Inglis was the oldest of our colonial bishops, having been consecrated in 1825, and was for twenty-five years previous to that time an active missionary clergyman of the diocese. In consequence of the withdrawal of grants, there is no provision for the future endowment of the see of Nova Scotia, a circumstance which will doubtless be productive of considerable difficulty in the appointment of a successor to Dr. Inglis. – Globe.At Oyster Cove, on the 6th inst., after a severe illness of 8 days, borne with Christian fortitude and resignation, of Puerperal Fever, aged 31 years, Eliza, the beloved and lamented wife of Mr. Neil Sinclair, of the same place.
On Friday last, Mr. Con. McCourt, aged 57 years.
On the 17th inst., Mary, second daughter of Mr. Joseph Pippy, formerly of St. John’s, Newfoundland, relict of the late Samuel Street, of Charlottetown, aged 62 years. Her end was peace.
At Cove Head, on the 18th inst., at the advanced age of 79 years, Isabella, relict of the late James Lawson, of the same place. Her end was peace.
The Islander – Nov 29, 1850
Died.
At Black River, Tracadie, on Friday last, Mrs. Ann Duggan, relict of the late Mr. Francis Duggan, in the 93d year of her age.The Islander – Dec 6, 1850
Died.
At Five Mile House, St. Peter’s Road, on Sabbath the 17th ult., age 72, Peter Macfarlane, a native of Perthshire, Scotland, and for many years an inhabitant of this Island.At the Asylum, o the 28th November, Mr. John Stowe, a native of Yorkshire, England, at the advanced age of 90 years.
On Monday 2d inst., of Measles, William George, eldest son of the Rev. D. Fitzgerald, in the 5th year of his age.
At Charlottetown, on the 28th ult., of Scarlet Fever, James, second son, aged 7 years; and on the 4th inst., John, third son, aged 6 years of Mr. James Stanley.
The Islander – Dec 13, 1850
Died.
Suddenly, at Charlottetown, on Sunday night, the 8th inst., on his way home from St. Paul’s Church, Mr. Joseph W. Hodgson, aged 51 years.At Stanhope, on Wednesday morning, the 11th inst., after a long and severe illness, which she endured with Christian fortitude and resignation to the Divine will, Susanna, wife of Mr. Henry Green, aged 47 years.
The Islander – Dec 20, 1850
Died.
Of Cholera, at San Francisco, California, on the 26th October last, Mr. Alexander Campbell Irving, late Master of the Brig Fanny, which left this Port in November 1849.At Cornwallis, N.S., on the 20th Oct., Mrs. Eleanor Cummins, wife of Mr. Robert J. Curry, a native of the County Wexford, Ireland.
The Islander – Dec 27, 1850
Died.
On the 20th inst., of inflammation on the Lungs, Edmond, fifth son of Mr. Charles Dogherty, aged 4 years and 2 months.On Saturday 21st inst., at her son’s residence, Sydney Street, Mrs. Mary McMahon, relict of the late Mr. Peter McMahon, of Elliot River, aged 68 years.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1851
Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1851. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.The Islander - Jan 3, 1851
Died.
At Cavendish, on Wednesday the 18th inst., Mr. James Simpson, in the 81st year of his age, and 75 years a resident in this Island.On the 22d ult., at South Shore, Lot 65, of Scarlet Fever, John Duncan aged 5 years and 6 months, and on the 28th ult., Lanchlan James, aged 4 years and 6 months, sons of Mr. Donald McKinnon of that place.
The Islander – Jan 10, 1851Died.
On Tuesday last, of Scarlet Fever, David Warren, seventh son of Mr. James Caffrey, of Charlottetown, aged 3 years and 11 months.At his residence, Hampstead Farm, Potness, Devonshire, England, Mr. Thomas Shiner, Farmer and Grazier, aged 70 years. The above was Brother-in-law to Mr. James N. Harris, Auctioneer, of this place; he died much respected, as was evinced by a very large number of gentry and yeomen attending his funeral.
The Islander – Jan 17, 1851
Died.
On the 28th ult., of Scarlet Fever, Jessie, twin daughter of Mr. Roderick Campbell, Land Surveyor, George Town Royalty, aged four years.At the West River, on the 8th inst., Mr. Donald Bean, aged 81 years.
At Little York, near Charlottetown, on the 4th instant, Johanna Harvie, relict of the late Arthur Harvie, of the above place, aged seventy-six years.
At Fort Augustus, on Monday the 13th instant, at the residence of her son-in-law, Francis Kelly, Esq., in the 58th year of her age, Mrs. Mary McCarren, late of the city of Armagh, Ireland, sincerely and deservedly esteemed by all who knew her.
Died at Lot 16, of consumption, on 30th December, in the 46th year of her age, Elizabeth Lyle, wife of Donald Lyle, leaving a husband and 8 children to lament their loss. Her gradual decline of health enabled her to meet death with Christian fortitude and resignation, becoming those who die in the Lord.
At Mill River, Berry Park,, on the 8th instant, after a protracted illness, Mr. Thomas Hacker, aged 83 years. Mr. Hacker was a native of Devonshire, England, and emigrated to this Island in the year 1831. His end was peace.
The Islander – Jan 24, 1851
Died.
At Grosvenor Square, London, on the 15th December, General Sir William Lumley, G.C.B. and K.C.B., aged 82 years formerly Governor of Bermuda.Of Scarlet Fever, o the 17th inst., aged 3 years, Isaac, second son of Mr. William Smith, of Charlottetown.
The Islander – Jan 31, 1851
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Sunday, 26th inst., Mr. George Broderick, Veterinary Surgeon, aged 48.At Charlottetown, of Scarlet Fever, on Monday, the 20th Jan., Mary, third daughter of Mr. James Millner, aged 4 years. And on Friday, the 31st, Annabella, fourth daughter of the same, aged 22 years. Funeral to take place on Saturday at 4 o’clock; friends of the family are requested to attend.
The Islander – Feb 7, 1851
Died.
Suddenly, at Charlottetown, on Thursday night, the 6th inst., the Hon. George Dalrymple, M.L.C., and formerly Speaker of the House of Assembly of this Island, aged 60 years.At Vernon River, on Wednesday morning, the 5th inst., after a few days illness, Prudence Elizabeth, wife of Mr. J.P. Rogers, aged 27 years.
At Boston, U.S., through the bursting of a boiler, on the 9th ult., Mr. Alex. Fergusson, aged 30 years, son of Mr. Peter Fergusson, Georgetown Royalty. The deceased lived but for two days after the accident occurred, and his melancholy end is deeply regretted by a large circle of friends and acquaintances who esteemed him for his moral worth.
The Islander – Feb 14, 1851
Died.
On the 22d ult., of Scarlet Fever, Margaret, aged 3 years, and on the 12th inst., Cathrine M., aged 11 months, children of Mr. Alex. McDougall, of Lot 19.On the 7th inst., of Scarlet Fever, Ewen, only son of Mr. Robert Moore, of Lot 49.
Of Cholera, at San Francisco, California, on the 10th December, Mr. Daniel Scott, aged 34 years, for many years a teacher in this Island. The deceased was an exemplary young man, and will be much regretted by a large circle of friends.
At the same place, Mrs. Morrow. She was a daughter of Capt. Wm. Cooper, of Bay Fortune.
The Islander – Feb 21, 1851
Died.
At Charlottetown, on the 15th inst., Jessie Jane, third daughter of Mr. John Nickolson, aged 10 months.On the 4th inst., of Scarlet Fever, Dennis, youngest son of Mr. William Koughan, Merchant, aged 4 years and 3 months.
On Saturday, the 4th inst., of Dropsy on the chest, resulting from Scarlet Fever, Henry, eldest son of Mr. Wm. Smith, Joiner, aged 4 years and 6 months.
At Charlottetown, on the 8th inst., of Scarlet Fever, John Thomas, son of the late Mr. John Walsh, of this town, aged 9 years.
The Islander – Feb 28, 1851
Died.
At Fort Townsend, St. John’s, N.F., on Thursday, the 23d Jan., Capt. Hugh Best Chambers, Commanding the Royal Newfoundland Companies, aged 33 years.At Lot 49, on the 17th inst., Mary, the beloved wife of Robert Gay, aged 21 years.
At Tryon River, on the 16th ult., Mr. John Clark, aged 78 years, 57 of which he had been a steady and consistent member of the Wesleyan Methodist Society in that place, adorning his profession by a life of piety and devotedness to god, and terminating his earthly career in the faith he had espoused.
The Islander – Mar 7, 1851
Died.
On Sunday morning last, the 2nd inst., at the advanced age of 89 years and 10 months, Mrs. Margaret DesBrisay, Relict of the late Rev. Theophilus DesBrisay, formerly Rector of this parish for nearly fifty years. The deceased was the eldest daughter of the late Chief Justice Stewart, who came to this Island at the early period of 1775, she being then in her fifteenth year.On Thursday morning, the 6th inst., of Disease of the lungs, Robert Owen, only son of Mr. Thomas Williams, Sailmaker, aged 3 years and 8 months.
The Islander – Mar 14, 1851
Died.
At her residence, Brunswick Villa, Halifax, N.S., on Friday, Feb. 21st ult., Maria, wife of Edward Billing, Esq.The Islander – Mar 21, 1851
Died.
At Georgetown, on Sunday the 16th inst., after a short illness, Clementina, wife of Capt. John Macdonald, aged 32 years.At Charlottetown, on Thursday morning, the 20th instant, after a very severe illness, James Clark, Esq., (Surveyor), aged 42 years.
At Kingsburg, Lot 47, on the 26th ult., after a protracted illness, Mr. James McDonald, senior, in the 83rd year of his age. The deceased was a native of Perthshire, Scotland, and had been an inhabitant of this Island for 42 years.
On Saturday the 15th inst., aged one year and four days, Mary Ellen, infant daughter of Charles Binns, Esq.
The Islander – Mar 28, 1851
Died.
At St. Peters, on the 22nd inst., in the 63rd year of his age, Mr. Cavie Richardson, formerly of Selby Parish, I the East riding of Yorkshire. The deceased was very generally known in these Provinces as the zealous and indefatigable Agent of the Colonial Church Society, the duties of which office he discharged for several years with the full approbation of the Parent Committee, and with much advantage to the public at large. Upon the appointment of corresponding Committees here, and in Nova Scotia, his sphere of duty was much circumscribed, his labors being exclusively confined to the district of St. Peter’s; and whilst actively engaged in that locality, scattering the good seed of the word, and superintending the religious instruction of the young, for which he was singularly well fitted, an apoplectic seizure terminated his earthly career, after a few days illness. During his short sojourn in that neighbourhood he endeared himself to all, both old and young; by the uniform kindness of his deportment, as well as by his unwearied zeal in promoting the religious welfare of all to whom he could gain access. He died as he lived, in the faith and fear of God, and in the sure and certain hope of the resurrection to eternal life, through the merits and atonement of his Redeemer.At Orwell, Lot 50, on Thursday the 13th inst., Mr. John Fletcher aged 38 years, leaving a wife and 7 children to lament the loss of an affectionate husband and tender parent, and also a large circle of friends and relatives to mourn the absence of a dear Christina friend; but their loss is his gain. The deceased had been for many years an acceptable Local Preacher, of the Bible Christian Society, adorning his profession by a life of faith in the Son of god, and terminated his earthly career, with a well grounded hope of a blissful immortality.
At Cross roads, Lot 19, on the 22nd inst., Mr. Adam Glover, son of Mr. William Glover, aged 20 years.
At Wilmot Creek, Bedeque, on the 11th inst., after a lingering illness, which she bore with Christian fortitude, Janet, wife of Mr. Peter Schurman, aged 32 years, leaving a husband and four children to mourn their loss.
At St. Peter’s Road, on the 20th inst., Mr. Alexander Ferguson, aged 70 years, a native of Perthshire, Scotland, who emigrated to this Island in the year 1807.
At York River, on Friday last, Mr. Nicholas Morshed, aged 72 years.
At Nine Mile Creek, Mr. James Taylor, cooper.
Sad Accident – A man of the name of Joseph Currie, residing at Vernon River, was assisting to raise a saw-mill frame, at McMullin’s, on the Georgetown Road, on Tuesday, the 19th inst., when part of the frame fell, in consequence of a rope breaking on which some men were pulling, a portion of which fell on the deceased, and so seriously injured him, that he lingered but for a few hours, when death terminated his sufferings. We understand that Currie was a sober, industrious man, and had only been married about five weeks.
The Islander – Apr 11, 1851
Died.
In February last, at an advanced age, at her residence, St. John’s Place, Wakefield, Yorkshire, Alice, relict of the late Nicholas Brown, Esq., F.R.S.C.E.At Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, on the 31st, Mr. James Sinclair, of Princetown Royalty, P.E. Island. The deceased was one of the passengers in the Brig Fanny, from this port, for California, in November, 1849, and was on his return home.
The Islander – Apr 25, 1851
Died.
At Murray Harbor, on the 17th March, in the 69th year of her age, Catharine, wife of Mr. Thomas de Jersey, who for many years has exemplified the character of a mother in Israel, and, as might reasonably be expected, she died as she had lived in the full triumph of faith.At St. Peter’s Road, on Friday last, from the effects of Scarlet Fever, Jane, youngest daughter of Mr. Joseph Webster, aged 3 years and 9 months.
In Warwick, Bermuda, on the 24th ult., after a protracted illness, Samuel H. Gilbert, Esq., aged about 55 years. Mr. Gilbert formerly carried on business in Georgetown, in this Island.
On the 15th inst., Mr. Michael Murphy, tobacconist, aged 34 years, late of Halifax, N.S.
At St. John’s, N.F., on the 28th March last, Miss Lucretia Hoyles Dickson, only daughter of the late William Dickson, Esq.
The Islander – May 9, 1851
Died.
At St. Eleanor’s, on Friday the 2d inst., Mrs. Elizabeth Cannon, wife of Mr. George Cannon, aged 73 years. The deceased was much respected, and leaves behind her 12 children, 91 grand children, and 10 great grand children.The Islander- may 16, 1851
Died.
Of Consumption, at Bannock Burn, on the 6th inst., Mr. Jas. Brown, aged 47 years. He died ascribing praise to his Redeemer.On the 19th ult., after a protracted pulmonary disease, which he bore with Christian fortitude, John the eldest son of Mr. William Johnstone of Long River, New London, aged 35 years, leaving kind parents and a large circle of relations and friends to lament his loss. But realizing particularly in his death, the virtue of the blood of Christ, it is satisfying to know that their loss is his gain.
At Tryon, on the 29th ult,. Mr. Joseph Webster, trader, aged 38 years.
The Islander – May 23, 1851
Died.
At Brudenell River, on the 4th April, after a long and lingering illness, borne with great patience and fortitude, Mr. Nathaniel McLaren, merchant, Souris, I the 36th year of his age.On the 25th April, at Brudenell River, Mrs. McLaren, widow of the late Deacon Widow McLaren, in the 68the year of her age.
At Cove Head Cloth Mills, on Monday the 19th inst., Mary, only daughter of Samuel Gurney, Esq., aged 17 years.
At San Francisco, on the 21st of March last, Mr. James Morrow, of Prince Edward Island; also, his child.
The Islander – May 30, 1851
Died.
On Monday the 26th, at Charlottetown, of Influenza, Josiah, youngest son of Mr. John Williams, Queen Square, aged 7 years.The Islander – Jun 6, 1851
Died.
On the 26th ult., aged 57 years, of Paralysis, Mary, relict of the late Mr. John McEwen, of Campbelton, New London.At Orwell Bank, on Saturday 24th May, aged one month, Charlotte Eliza, infant daughter of Charles Dalgleish, Esq.
On Sunday last, in Charlottetown Royalty, Mr. Richard Brock, aged 56 years.
At Salem, U.S., on the 8th April, aged 3 years and 2 months Sarah Ann, daughter of Capt. Malcolm Livingston, of Cardigan River, Prince Edward Island.
The Islander – Jun 13, 1851
Died.
On the 9th inst., aged 43 years, Mr. Thomas Broadwell, after a lingering and very painful illness, which he endured with Christian resignation and a hope of blissful immortality. The deceased was a native of Leeds, York, England.On the 20th ult., at Orwell Head, Donald Nicholson, Esq., (Stanehell,) aged 77 years. He emigrated to this Island from the Isle of Skye about 50 years since.
At Cascumpee, on the 1st inst., of Consumption, Isabella, wife of Mr. Wm. Dougherty, and daughter of Charles Craswell, Esq. The deceased lingered for four weeks under extreme pain, which she bore with great patience and Christian resignation. She was much respected in the neighbourhood in which she resided, and has left a husband and two children to lament her loss.
At Miminegash, on Thursday the 5th inst., Ellen, daughter of Mr. Martin Doyle, aged 22 years.
The Islander – Jun 20, 1851
Died.
At Argyle Shore, Lot 30, on Saturday the 14th inst., after a short and painful illness, which he bore with Christian fortitude and resignation to Divine Will, Lauchlan, eldest son of Mr. Alexander McNiven, aged 20 years and four months.At Wisconsin, U.S., on the 28th April last, Mr. Adolphus King, aged 50, a native of Suffolk, England, and for many years a resident of this Island.
At Charlottetown, on Saturday the 14th inst., Annie, infant daughter of D.A. Com. Gen. Booth.
At Charlottetown, on Thursday the 29th ultimo, Louisa, second daughter of Mr. Plimpton, aged 8 years.
The body of the late John Sullivan, Esq., of White Sands, lost some time since on his way from the White Sands to Charlottetown, in a sail boat, was found on Tuesday morning last in a small creek, a little to the Southward of Point Prim. (see also Jul 25, issue)
The Islander – Jun 27, 1851
Died.
On the 19th of April last, Jane, the beloved wife of James Bowness, Lot 25, and daughter of Mr. William B. Tuplin, Margate Mills, Lot 19, aged 27 years, leaving three children to lament her loss. She was a member of the Methodist Society, and died in the true faith of the Redeemer.An inquest was held yesterday on the body of an unfortunate woman of the name of Mary Ann Hughes, more commonly known as “Irish Moll.” Verdict – wilful murder against Wm. Young. We refrain from entering into particulars, being unwilling to create any feeling to the prejudice of the party accused. (warrant issued against William Young shows her name as Marianne Hughes. Jul 4 issue)
The Islander – Jul 4, 1851
Died.
On Wednesday 25th, Elizabeth, wife of Mr. John Scott, Hillsborough River, aged 62 years, leaving a large family to lament his loss.The Islander – Jul 11, 1851
Died.
On Sunday the 15th June, after a long and severe illness, Ann, the wife of Mr. Paul Thompson, sen., South West River, New London, in the 68th year of her age.Suddenly, on the 5th inst., at Mount Salem, Lot 48, Mr. John Dewar, aged 63, a native of Perthshire, Scotland, and for many years a resident of this Island. His many amiable qualities gained for him the esteem of all who knew him, and his Christian deportment evinced a sincere attachment to the cause of Christ, in the faith and full assurance of which he lived, and died in the hope of a glorious resurrection. His loss is deeply regretted by a numerous circle of friends and relations.
Coroner’s Inquest – An inquest was held before John Wright, Esq., on Sunday last, on the body of Alexander Waugh, of Wilmot Creek, who was found suspended from a tree on the back of his own farm. He left home on Monday, just after eating his dinner, search was made for him, but he was not found until Sunday. He had been in a melancholy and desponding state for some time previous. The jury returned a verdict of having wilfully put a period to his existence. He is about 50 years of age, and has left a large family.
The Islander – Jul 25, 1851
Died.
At Mill River, New London, on Wednesday morning, 9th inst., after a protracted and painful disease, which she bore with resignation to the Divine will, in the 58th year of her age, Grace Munro, wife of Mr. John Sutherland. The deceased lived a meek and retiring Christian, and died in the faith of the Gospel, lamented by acquaintances and friends. She leaves a husband and six children to mourn their irreparable loss. “Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord; they cease from their labors and their works do follow them”At Murray Harbor, on the 12th June, Mary Ellen, daughter of Mr. John Hyde, aged 27 years, after a very painful illness which she bore with resignation to the Divine will.
The body of Mr. McDonald, the master and owner of the boat lost in May last – together with John Sullivan, Esq., - on her way from the White Sands to Charlottetown, with a load of sails to James Peake, Esq., was found a few days since, washed ashore a little to the Southward of Point Prim.
The Islander – Aug 8, 1851
Died.
At the Abbey Manse, on the 22d ult., the Rev. Dr. Macnair, Abbey Parish, Paisley, Scotland.At Vernon River, Lot 50, on Wednesday evening, 30th ult., Mrs. Mary Forster, aged 76 years, a native of Queen’s County, Ireland, and for several years a resident of this Island. The deceased was for upwards of half a century, a consistent Member of the Wesleyan connection.
A laboring man of the name of William Foster, was drowned in the harbor of Charlottetown on Tuesday, the 5th inst., by falling out of a scow, while crossing the river.
The Islander – Aug 15, 1851
Died.
At Argyle shore, Lot 30, on 12th inst., after a long and lingering illness, Alexander, eldest son of Mr. Murdoch Campbell, aged 22 years.The Islander – Aug 22, 1851
Died.
At St. Peter’s Road, on Thursday the 7th inst., after a long and tedious illness, which he endured with Christian meekness and pious resignation to the Divine Will, Mr. John Ferguson, aged 72 years, deeply lamented by all who knew him. The deceased was a native of Perthshire, Scotland, and came to this Island in the year 1816.At Lot 48, on the 27th ult., Susanna B. Stewart, wife of Mr. John Stewart, jun. Harbour’s Mouth, in the 32d year of her age. Her decease is much lamented by a numerous circle of relatives and friends.
At Charlottetown, on Thursday morning, the 14th inst., Albert DesBrisay, eldest Son of Mr. Benjamin Chappell, aged six years and two months.
At her father’s residence, Hillsborough River, on the 20th inst., of Typhus fever, Mary, second daughter of Mr. Mark Webster, aged 15 years.
The Islander – Aug 29, 1851
Died.
At California, on the 8th June last, of consumption, greatly beloved, and deeply regretted by all who knew him, Mr. William N. Keville. The deceased was one of the company who sailed from this port in the Brig Fanny, in the fall of 1849.At Mobile, Alabama, of Bilious Fever, on the 25th June last, Mr. Allan Beaton, aged 26 years, fourth son of Alexander Beaton, East Point of this Island.
An Inquest was held before the Coroner of Queen’s County, on the morning of Thursday, the 28th inst., on view of the body of Mr. Alexander McAulay, “Hermittage Farm,” Charlottetown Royalty, found dead on the Princetown Road, within a few hundred yards of Charlottetown. The deceased left town late on Wednesday evening, with a Horse and Cart, for the purpose of returning home, and we regret to say, having been the worse of liquor, he drove the horse on one side of the road, and one of the wheels coming in contact with the edge of a plank forming a small bridge, the cart overturned, threw the deceased out, and fell on him. He was discovered quite dead, about half-past ten at night, and the horse lying on his back, by a person of the name of Crobia, on his way home from town.
The Islander – Sep 5, 1851
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Monday morning, the 1st inst., Simeona, eldest surviving daughter of George Beazeley, Esq., R.N., aged 30 years.At Charlottetown, on Tuesday, the 2d inst., Annie Mary, only daughter of Mr. E.L. Lydiard, aged 19 months.
At Augustine Cove, near Tryon, on Monday the 25th ult., Margaret, the eldest surviving and much beloved daughter of Mr. George Muttart, in the 20th year of her age. Also, at the same place, on Friday the 28th ult., Sarah, the youngest child of Mr. Muttart.
Very suddenly, on Thursday night, the 4th inst., at their residence, North River, Elizabeth, the beloved wife of Lawrence White, Esq., M.D., aged 30 years.
Death of Bishop Dollard – The Right Rev. Dr. Dollard, Bishop of New Brunswick, died at Fredericton last night, at ten minutes before six o’clock. The news arrived at 8 o’clock last night, and also this morning by telegraphic despatches to the Bishop of Halifax. His Lordship Dr. Dollard was a native of Ireland, having been born in the Co., Kilkenny, within six miles of Waterford. He had been a zealous Missionary in various parts of British North America, for upwards of a quarter of a century, and was appointed Bishop of New Brunswick in 1842. His Lordship, we understand, was in the 62nd year of his age.
The Islander – Sep 12, 1851
Died.
August 10, in Water-gate Street, Chester, aged 77 years, Lieut. Colonel George DesBrisay, late of the Royal Artillery. Lt. Colonel DesBrisay obtained his first commission in 1793, and served with the forces which captured the Cape of Good Hope, in 1795, at which colony he remained several years. Subsequently he served in various part of the United Kingdom, and retired from his corps in 1825. Lieut. Col. DesBrisay was descended from the ancient and noble family of De Breze, in France. His immediate ancestors settled in this country on the revocation of the edict of Nantes; and his father, Colonel DesBrisay, also of the Artillery, was many years Governor of Prince Edward Island. The family of DE Breze is distinguished in the annals of France, and in 1639 Clair Clemence de Maille, daughter of Marechal, the Duke De Breze, and niece to Cardinal Richelieu, was married to the Great Conde, Prince of the blood royal. The deceased had resided many years in Chester – Liverpool Mercury.Of consumption, after a short illness, at the residence of her father, Boughton Island, Three Rivers, Eunice Mary, third daughter of Mr. Joseph Allan, in the 20th year of her age; deeply regretted by all who knew her.
The Islander – Sep 19, 1851
Died.
On Friday evening, the 12th inst., of Dysnetery, Elizabeth Spence, daughter of Mr. W.C. Trowan, aged 10 moths.On Sunday night, of Pleurisy, after a short illness, Mr. Garrett Toole, aged 62 years, an old and respectable inhabitant of this town.
On Monday, the 15th inst., James, son of Mr. James Scantlebury, aged 10 years.
At Halifax, on Thursday night, the 11th instant, Edward Cunard, Esq., in the 54th year of his age.
The Islander – Sep 26, 1851
Died.
On Monday, the 22d instant, at the Victoria Hotel, of consumption, Mr. Patrick Curran, late of Halifax, N.S., Trader, in his 26th year. The deceased had been doing business here for the last few months, and was much respected.On Saturday morning, the 20th inst., Claudia Francis, infant daughter of James D. Haszard, Esq., aged 3 months.
At Princetown Royalty, on Saturday, 20th inst., Neil McGougan, Esq., in the 73d year of his age, after a lingering illness, which he bore with the greatest fortitude and resignation, retaining all his mental faculties up to the last.
The Islander – Oct 10, 1851
Died.
After a lingering illness, on Saturday last, Mr. John Matthewson, Shoemaker, aged 55 years. He emigrated to this Island from Rosshire, Scotland, in the year 1821At Savage Harbor, on the 14th ult., Elisha Coffin, Esquire, at the advanced age of 91 years. The deceased was the oldest Magistrate in King’s County, was once member of the Legislature, and enjoyed the respect and esteem of all who knew him.
The Islander – Oct 17, 1851
Died.
At Wheatley River, Rustico, on Sunday, 12th October, Malcolm MacMullen, an old and respectable inhabitant, aged 87 years.At Cape Traverse, on Saturday 11th, Thomas Gardiner, aged 22 years, son of Mr. Bowdoin Gardiner. Mr. Gardiner lost two other children, one aged 8, and the other 12 years.
At Elliot River, on Saturday the 11th inst., Mary Stukely, wife of Mr. Jeremiah James, aged 30 years, deeply regretted.
A young man of the name of James Keesley, residing at Lot 12, was accidentally drowned on Saturday evening last, while crossing a narrow River opposite the Shipyard of Mr. George Ellis, in a small wooden canoe. The body has since been found and an inquest held on it.
The Islander – Oct 24, 1851
Died.
Suddenly, at Sea, off Sable Island, on Tuesday evening, 30th ult., Capt. J.W. E. Darby, of the Revenue Schr. Daring, aged 34 years.The Islander – Oct 31, 1851
Died.
We have just heard that James McDonald, Esq., M.P.P. for Georgetown, expired at the residence of his uncle in that place on Saturday, the 25th inst. Mr. McDonald has labored under acute and harassing illness for more than 12 months past, and his demise for several weeks was hourly expected. He was a young man of noble and generous character, and though not remarkable for the possession of active talent during the short period he held a seat in the Assembly; he had a correct judgment, a clear understanding and considerable experience. He was esteemed by all parties and classes; and his death will be deplored by those who knew him, in sincere and profound sorrow. We understand Mr. McDonald was about 30 years of age.At Mount Pleasant, on the 24th inst., John, son of Mr. P. Griffin, aged 14 years, an able and promising lad.
In Town, on the 26th inst., at the residence of his son-in-law, the Hon. W.W. Lord, Mr. Richard Lea, of Tryon, aged 82 years. Mr. Lea emigrated to this Island from Lincolnshire, England, in the year 1818, and was for many years a consistent member of the Wesleyan connection, and was highly respected by all who knew him. His end was peace.
The Islander – Nov 7, 1851
Died.
At Chester, England, on the 8th Sept., at an advanced age, Mary, relict of the late Lieut. Col. Geo. DesBrisay, and daughter of the late General Boirand.At the East Point, on Saturday, the 25th ult., deeply lamented, Catherine, the beloved wife of Mr. John Henry Anderson, and daughter of the late James McDonald, of Kingsborough, aged 32 years.
The Islander – Nov 14, 1851
Died.
On Monday 10th November, of cancer, Mr. Charles Sellick, of Malpec Road, Lot 67. Aged 67 years.The Islander – Nov 21, 1851
Died.
On the 6th instant, Mr. Duncan Ramsay, of Oyster Cove, Township Eighteen, aged 67; an old and respectable inhabitant of that place. Mr. Ramsay was a man much beloved by all who knew him, he was an upright and consistent member of the Presbyterian church, and filled the situation as an Elder in that church for many years, his death is much regretted, leaving a large and numerous circle of friends and relatives.The Islander – Nov 28, 1851
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Monday the 24th inst., Robert Hill, youngest son of Thomas Heath Haviland, Esq., in the 24th year of his age.On Sunday, the 9th inst., after a short and severe illness, which she bore with Christian resignation to the Divine Will, Elizabeth, relict of the late Dugald Stewart, Esq., aged 71 years and 10 months, leaving a large family and circle of friends to mourn her loss.
At Charlottetown, on Thursday the 6th inst., William Forrest, the second son of W.W. Irving, Esq., of Bonshaw, aged 19 months and 15 days.
At the Manse of Bernera, N.B., on the 26th June last, the Rev. John Bethune, Minister of Bernera, in the 59th year of his age, and 31st of his Ministry.
On the 15th inst., at North Pole, Vernon River, from the effects of a wound received on the head, by the falling of one of the poles of a triangle, used in drawing a pump out of a well, on the premises of his brother Donald, who was also severely hurt, John McDonald, aged 38 years, much respected and regretted by a large circle of friends and neighbours, leaving a disconsolate widow and five children to deplore their loss. He lived about 12 hours after being wounded.
The Islander – Dec 5, 1851
Died.
On Thursday morning, the 4th inst., Sarah A., aged 18 months, only child of Mr. S.C. Holman, of this Town, late of Boston.Suddenly, at Penshurst, the ancient seat of the Sydney family, where he was on a visit, Carrick, aged 18 years, eldest son of Sir Richard Mayne, K.C.B., and a near relative of Capt. Mayne, R.N., of this Island.
At Cape Traverse, on the 17th inst., at the advanced aged of 98 years, Gilean McPherson, a native of the Isle of Mull, who emigrated to this Colony in the year 1806. He was a kind peaceable and harmless neighbor. It will be a satisfaction to the relatives and friends of this good old man, to know that his latter end was quite in accordance with the description given us in the Holy Scriptures, as that of the righteous; it was indeed peace, and without murmur or complaint, but as he expressed himself wholly resigned to the will of his Creator; he fell asleep.
At Hope River, on Friday, the 4th inst., Mr. T. Harrington, after a long illness, aged 46 years.
The Islander – Dec 12, 1851
Died.
At Halifax, N.S., on Wednesday 3d inst., William Arthur, fourth son of Thomas Owen, Esq., Postmaster General of this Island, aged 21. The deceased was on his return home from Liverpool, G.B., via Halifax, when attacked by a violent fever at sea, by which he was so speedily reduced, that he survived but a few days after disembarking. By the kind sympathy of his father’s friends, in Halifax, his remains were forwarded without loss of time to this Town to his afflicted relatives, and interred on Monday, the 8th inst.At New London, on Wednesday, the 19th ult., John Adams, eldest son of Mr. Thomas Adams, in the 19th year of his age.
On Sunday night, Mr. Theophilus Rodd, Blacksmith.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1852
Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1852. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.The Islander – Jan 2, 1852
Died.
At New Port, on Wednesday 17th inst., after a lingering illness, borne with great patience and Christian resignation, Eleanor, the third daughter of Mr. Peter Robertson. The deceased was a young woman of very amiable character, and is deeply regretted by a large circle of relations and friends.The Islander – Jan 9, 1852
Died.
On Friday night, the 2d inst., at the hour of eleven o’clock, at his residence St. Andrew’s Point, Mr. John Wightman, a native of Dumfriesshire, Scotland, at the advanced age of 85 years, after a fortnight’s painful illness, which he bore with Christian fortitude and resignation to the Divine Will. The remains of the deceased were interred on Monday the 5th in the presence of a numerous following of mourners, amounting to nearly two hundred, and all personal acquaintances. He leaves a widow, son and daughter, to mourn their sad bereavement.The Islander – Jan 16, 1852
Died.
On the 28th of November last, at his residence 117, Adelaide Street, Toronto, I the 71st year of his age, William Fitzgerald, Esq., Barrister-at-law, late of Blackport, County Tipperary, Ireland.On Saturday the 3rd instant, after a lingering illness, Mr. James MacLean, of Montague River. The deceased was a good man, and a consistent Christian. While he lived, he was deservedly respected, and he died deeply regretted by all his friends and acauaintances.
At Charlottetown, on the 12th inst., Caroline, aged 29 years, wife of Mr. Charles Saunders, New Bedeque Road.
On Monday evening last, in the 72nd year of her age, Mrs. Elizabeth Gainsford, wife of Mr. John Gainsford of this Town. The deceased had been a long time suffering under an acute disease, which she bore with the most patient resignation to God’s Holy will. Her funeral took place yesterday morning at half-past 10 o’clock.
The Islander – Jan 23, 1852
Died.
At Vernon River, on Thursday the 15th inst., after a long and painful illness of twelve months’ duration, Catharine Grant, wife of Mr. Alexander McDonald, in the 81st year of her age. The deceased was a native of Arisaig, County of Inverness, Scotland, and came to this Colony in 1777.On Monday the 19th inst., after a lingering illness, Mr. Samuel Aldridge, of BeechHill, Lot 24, in the 53rd year of his age. The deceased was a native of Laxfield, England, and emigrated to this Colony in the year 1831.
The Islander – Jan 30, 1852
Died.
At California Mines, in December last, Mr. James McMillan, of Cove Head, aged 30 years. The deceased left P.E. Island for the above place, in company with several others, in the month of October last. He was a young man of sober, industrious habits, and was much beloved and respected by all who knew him. He has left a widowed mother, and many sorrowing friends and relations to grieve for one, to whom a few weeks ago, while in the pride and bloom of life, they bid a long and last adieu.At Argyle shore, Lot 30, on the 10th inst., after a long and lingering illness, Sarah, second daughter of Mr. John McDougall, in the 20th year of her age.
At Canoe Cove, Lot 65, on the 25th inst., Mary, infant daughter of Mr. Colin McEachern, aged 16 months and 17 days.
The Islander – Feb 6, 1852
Died.
On Wednesday morning, the 4th inst., aged 77 years, Coun Douly Rankin, Esq., Captain by Brevet, and on the half-pay of Her Majesty’s 8th Regt., and Major Commandant of the Highland Battalion of Militia. The deceased was a native of the Island of Coll, Argyleshire, and a resident of this Island since 1806; during part of this period, he was a member of the Colonial Legislature, and also High Sheriff for the whole Island. He leaves a widow and family to mourn their irreparable loss. Funeral on Saturday next, at 2 p.m. from his late residence, in Great George Street. Hi numerous friends and acquaintances in Town and Country will please accept this intimation.At Cavendish on the 20th ult., of Consumption, Ann Calder, second daughter of Mr. William McKay, aged 20 years and one month.
The Islander – Feb 13, 1852
Died.
On Sunday, the First instant, in the 107th year of his age, Alexander Anderson, Esq., of Bedeque. Mr. Anderson was born in the Parish of Murray, near Elgin, Scotland, on the 7th October, 1745. He emigrated to New York in the year 1770, and was concerned on the side of the Crown in the Wars of the Revolution, during which he was three times wounded, once severely, by a shot in the leg. At the Peace, he came to this Island, as a Loyalist, and after some years he married, and settled in Bedeque, where he acquired a valuable property of about 1000 acres of land. The deceased’s life in this Island was one of untiring industry; his habits, morally and physically, the most orderly and exemplary; he often boasted that he never broke his word with any man, and this he was enabled to do from his punctuality with others. He was of robust frame of body, with strong retentive memory, which he retained until very lately; and although latterly deprived of sight, his cheerfulness, nor interest in passing events, never deserted him. He was 53 years in the Commission of the Peace. So gradual and painless has been his decay, that it may be strictly said, his taper burned out.At North River, on the 30th January, after a long illness, which he bore with great fortitude, Mr. John Stewart, in the 73d year of his age. He was native of Athol, Perthshire, Scotland, and emigrated to this Island in the year 1806, and has left a numerous connection to mourn the loss of an affectionate parent and a kind member of society.
At Bedeque, on Sabbath morning, the 25th ult., in the 63d year of his age, after a severe illness, which he bore with patience and resignation to the Divine Will, John Craig, Esq., leaving a widow and family, and a large circle of relatives and friends, to mourn the loss of an affectionate husband, a kind and indulgent father, and a benevolent and warm hearted neighbor. As an active and useful member of society, his loss will be much felt. His end was peace.
At Argyle Shore, Lot 30, on the 4th inst., after a long and painful illness, which he bore with Christian patience, and resignation to the divine will, Samuel, second son of Mr. John McDougall, Miller, aged 21 years and 3 months. His end was peace.
On the 6th of August, in the Township of Moore, St. Clair River, Canada West, in the 73d year of his age, Mr. John Simpson, late of Elliot River in this Island; and on the same day, suddenly of disease of the heart, his eldest son, James, aged 46; about 15 miles from his father’s residence; and on the 13th December, after protracted illness, attended with great suffering, which she endured with patient resignation to the Divine will, his youngest daughter Margaret, aged 41 years. Mr. Simpson was the eldest male native of Charlottetown, when he emigrated to Canada, in June 1850, and his son, who had resided many years previously in Bay de Chaleur, joined the family in Canada West, shortly after their emigration. Mr. Simpson had been on a visit to some relatives at a considerable distance from home, and had travelled homeward part of the way after night, by which means he caught a cold and fever, which caused his death. He was attended in his last illness by a neighboring Clergyman of the church of England, who pronounced his death to be the most satisfactory he had ever witnessed. “Happy are the dead who die in the Lord.”
The Islander – Feb 20, 1852
Died.
At Philadelphia, on the 22d January, after a short illness, Henrietta, M. wife of John M. Atwood, Esq.On the 15th January, at Lower Pembroke Street, Dublin, after having given birth to a still-born daughter, Eliza, the beloved wife of A. Thornton Todd, Esquire, aged 26 years.
At San Francisco, California, of small pox, on the 20th December last, Mr. William Howard, formerly of Charlottetown, trader. Mr. Howard left Charlottetown for the above place, on the first of October last.
The Islander – Feb 27, 1852
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Thursday morning the 26th inst., Francis Longworth, third son of Mr. John McNeill, Clerk of the Assembly, aged 3 years and 3 months.At Charlottetown, on Sunday, the 22d inst., of brain fever, Eliza, second daughter of Mr. John Yeo.
The Islander – Mar 5, 1852
Died.
On the 29th ult., of consumption, in the 52d year of her age, Isabella, wife of Mr. William Scantlebury, sen. During her illness, she seemed perfectly resigned to the divine will and gave the most satisfactory evidence of an interest in the merits of the great Redeemer.On Sunday last, the 29th ult., St. Peter’s Road, Elizabeth, wife of Mr. Alexander Ferguson, of the same place, aged 25 years.
At New Glasgow, on the 25th ult., Miss Mary Cantelo, aged 66 years. She was the eldest daughter of the late James Cantelo, sen., of this town.
The Islander – Mar 12, 1852
Died.
At Brudenell River, on the 20th ult., William, third son of Mr. Hector Johnson, aged 6 years and 9 months.The Islander – Mar 19, 1852
Died.
On the 11th ult., at the Manse of Kilchrennan, the Rev. John McLellan, Minister of that parish.
The deceased is well known on this Island, having been for many years Minister of the Church at Belfast. In Sept. 1849 he left the Island for Scotland, and labored for about two years at Cromarty, when he was removed to the Parish of Kilchrennan.The Islander – Mar 26, 1852
Died.
At Lot 49, on Thursday, the 18th March, the Widow of the late John Wise, whose body was interred at Cherry Valley, on the 19th. The deceased was an inhabitant of this Island for a number of years and died in peace, in the 92d year of her age.At Charlottetown, on Saturday, the 20th inst., Mr. James Millner, Sen., Tinsmith, aged 72 years an old and respectable inhabitant of this town.
The Islander – Apr 2, 1852
Died.
At Lot 18, on the 16th instant, Michael Ramsay in the 64th year of his age, after a short but severe illness, which he bore with much Christian resignation.At Little York, on Friday the 19th instant, Mr. John Balderson, Millwright, aged 75 years. He was a native of Lincolnshire, England.
On Friday 25th inst., in the 28th year of her age, of inflammation of the Lungs, Mary, wife of C.B. Smith, eldest daughter of Henry Smith. Truly her end was peace.
At New London, South West River, on the 22nd March, Mr. William Graham, sen., in the 82nd year of his age. He was a native of Dumfries, Scotland, and emigrated to this Island in the year 1822.
The Islander – Apr 9, 1852
Died.
At Pomeroy, Meigs County, State of Ohio, Margaret, beloved wife of Mr. George Wadman, an eldest daughter of Mr. John Burns, Bedeque, P.E. Island. And on the 22 March, infant child of the same aged 6 weeks. The deceased bore her last illness with Christian fortitude, and died in peace. She has left a husband and three children to mourn their loss.At the Bend of Petticodiac, on the 15th March, Sarah, wife of Mr. Edward Woods, formerly of Lot 49, P.E. Island. The deceased has been for many years a very consistent member of the Baptist Church. Her end was peace.
On the 4th March, at New York, of Apoplexy, Mr. Catherine Doyle, an old inhabitant of this Town, aged 66 years.
The Islander – Apr 16, 1852
Died.
At Charlottetown, of consumption, on the 12th inst., Mr. James Handrahan, in the 23d year of his age, much respected by all who knew him.At Halifax, N.S., the 28th ult., in the 25th year of his age, Mr. Jacob W. Goff, youngest son of William Goff, Esq., Merchant, St. John’s, Newfoundland.
At San Juan Dela Soud, on his way to California, on the 16th January last, of Brain Fever, Mr. Dougald McKinlay, aged 35 years, son of Mr. Donald McKinlay, of York River. He left the Island with Dr. McGregor, McDuff, mason, Malcolm Shaw, Cove Head, and some other persons. We have heard that Mr. Shaw has also since died at California.
At St. Peter’s Lake, on Saturday, the 10th inst., at the advanced age of 82 years, Mr. Donald McDonald, universally esteemed by friends and acquaintances for his worth and many estimable qualities.
The Islander – Apr 23, 1852
Died.
At St. Peter’s Island, 21st inst., Mary, beloved wife of William Lund, on the 60th year of her age. She has left a loving husband and four children to lament their loss.The Islander – Apr 30, 1852
Died.
At Lot 14, on the 14th April, of consumption, deeply an ddeservedly lamented, Miss Catherine Carr, in the 48th year of her age. Her lingering illness, borne with Christian resignation and fortitude, gradually prepared her mind to meet death, not in its terror, but as a
“messenger of peace,
That calls the soul to heaven.”The Islander – May 7, 1852
Died.
On the 3rd April, at Lot 44, East Point, after a long and painful illness, Mr. John McEachern. He left this transitory life, sincerely regretted by all who knew him, aged 54 years.At Newtown, Belfst, on Thursday the 22nd April, of dropsy in the bowels, after an illness of five months, which he bore with great fortitude, Mr. William McPhail, senr., District Teacher, aged 50 years.
The Islander – May 14, 1852
Died.
Suddenly, at Spring park, o Sunday morning last, The Hon. Edward James Jarvis, for many years chief Justice of this Island, aged 63 years. The deceased was universally respected for upright character and astuteness as a Judge; for the urbanity of his manners as a Citizen; and for the mildness of his disposition as a Husband and Parent. He has left four sons and one daughter, with a numerous circle of relatives and friends, to mourn their sudden bereavement.At Cardigan, o Monday the 3d inst., in the 44th year of her age, after a severe illness, which she bore with Christian fortitude, Margaret Lowden Aitken, the beloved Wife of Mr. W. Alley. She has left an affectionate husband, large family and a numerous circle of friends and acquaintances to mourn their loss.
At St. Peter’s Bay, on Friday morning, the 7th instant, Mr. Angus McIsaac, aged 103 years. The deceased was a native of Invernesshire, Scotland, and emigrated to this Island in the year 1791, at which period the Island was in an uncultivated state and very few inhabitants, and must have been distressing to procure the means of subsistence. He has been esteemed for his hospitable qualities – for succouring the hungry and weary traveler, and sheltering the friendless stranger; - he has lived in the utmost peace and harmony with all his neighbours and acquaintances, and has left a great many friends behind to mourn his death. The deceased was in sound health up to the time of his decease; and walked the distance of four miles a short time before his death.
The Islander – May 21, 1852
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Saturday evening the 15th inst., after a protracted illness, Edward J. McCormack, Esq., aged 52 years.The Islander – May 28, 1852
Died.
At Pinette, on Saturday, the 22nd inst., Mr. Neil McDonald, aged 29 years. The deceased contracted a severe cold during the winter, having, with his brother, been frozen up in Canso during the winter, on board the schr. Unity, on her way to the Island.The Islander – Jun 4, 1852
Died.
At Dog River, on Wednesday, the 26th ult., Ann McLean, aged 82 years. She came to this Island in year 1806The Islander – Jun 11, 1852
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Tuesday last, the 8th inst., after a lingering illness, Francis John, eldest son of Mr. Robert Longworth, aged 19 years.The Islander – Jun 18, 1852
Died.
At Charlottetown, on the 8th of June, Margaret, daughter of Mr. James O’Rielly, aged 16 months.Of Consumption, on the 8th June, instant, Joseph Downing, son of Mr. William Seamen, of Triston, Stanhope, aged 23 years. His end was peace.
At Port Sarnia, Canada West, on the 17th March last, John McMillan, the son of Donald McMillan, who emigrated from this Island on the 12th of June last, aged 20 years.
The Islander – Jun 25, 1852
Died.
At Springfield, Princetown road, on the 1st instant, Mr. Thomas Dollar, aged 54 years.The Islander – Jul 2, 1852
Died.
At Sketty, Swansea, on the 9th June, in the 36th year of his age, John Mayne Tucker, Esq., Merchant, deeply lamented by his many friends and relatives. Mr. Tucker was for some years in business in Charlottetown, and by his many excellent qualities, earned for himself many sincere friends and acquaintances.The Islander – Jul 9, 1852
Died.
On the 26th May, at the Manse of Abaracle, Argyleshire, aged 83, David Stewart, Esq., formerly of Great Russell Street, London.In California, lately, Mr. James Dewar, a native of Lot 48, in this Island, aged 25 years. The deceased was a son of the late Mr. John Dewar, of that Settlement. He came to his death by the falling of a large rock, of 2 or 3 tons weight, on his back, while in a pit at the Gold mines. He has left a large number of friends to lament his untimely fate.
The Islander – Jul 16, 1852
Died.
At the Bend of Petticodiac, on Saturday the 10th instant, Mr. Thomas Trenaman, son of Mr. John Trenaman, Watchmaker, of this town. He left Boston a few days previous, to return to this place, for the benefit of his health, which had been for some time precarious, but before he completed his journey his malady increased, and terminated fatally. His father left town on Monday the 12th, to welcome home his son, and on his way to Bedeque, met a party conveying the lifeless body to town.At Charlottetown, on Tuesday evening, the 13th instant, after a lingering illness, Elizabeth, wife of Mr. David Stewart, Publican, aged 57 years.
The Islander – Jul 23, 1852
Died.
At New Glasgow, very suddenly, on Monday last, Margaret, the beloved wife of Mr. John Stevenson, in the 71st year of her age. The deceased was a woman of an amiable disposition and excellent character. She was faithful in all the relations of life; and adorned her Christian profession for upwards of 40 years, by a blameless life, and a good conversation. She leaves 6 sons, and 6 daughters, and 80 grand and great-grand children to lament their loss.At his residence, Grand River, Lot 14, on the 3rd inst., Mr. Alexander MacKinnon, aged 97 years. He emigrated to this Island in the year 1790, from the Island of Barra, Scotland. He lived a widower 34 years; was a member of the Church of Rome; and has left a circle of friends and relatives to pray for his happy repose.
At the residence of Donald Montgomery, Esq., M.P.P., on the 22nd inst., after a long and severe affliction, borne with Christina fortitude, Mrs. Jane Townsend, aged 76 years, relict of the late James Townsend, Esq., of Park Corner.
The Islander – Jul 30, 1852
Died.
At Enmore River Mills, Lot 12, on the 13th ult., after a lingering illness, Mary Anne, wife of Mr. David Campbell.The Islander – Aug 6, 1852
Died.
At St. Peter’s, on Saturday 31st ult., after a lingering illness, Pamela, relict of the late William Bowley, Esq., of Greenwich, aged 68 years.At Princetown Road, on the 30th ult., after a lingering and painful illness, and in the hope of a blessed immortality, Mr. Robert T. Carr, aged 26 years.
At his residence, near the 18 Mile Brook, Georgetown Road, after a long illness, Mr. Allan McLean, aged 62 years.
At Ship Yard, Lot 18, on Tuesday, 3rd inst., Mary, third daughter of the late Patrick Cody, Esq., of Kildare, Lot 3, aged 19 years.
The Islander – Aug 13, 1852
Died.
At New York, very suddenly, about 10 days since, Mr. Wm. Fulton, Captain of the First Division of Police Force in that city – formerly of Charlottetown, P.E.I.At Bedeque Road, on Sunday the 8th inst., Euphemia, eldest daughter of Mr. Malcom McLeod, I the 26th year of her age. Her pious and amiable character secured for her the love and esteem of all who knew her; parting with them in the full assurance of entering into the joy of her Lord.
At Elliot River, on Friday the 6th instant, Mary Ann, the beloved wife of Mr. Montague McKie, aged 27 years. This young woman, buoyant with the life and hope, was suddenly cut off in the prime of life, leaving a bereaved husband and child, together with a large circle of relatives and friends, to lament their irreparable loss.
At Balmarton, North Ulst, on the 11th July last, Flora McLeod, relict of the late Rev. Wm. Arbuckle, minister of the Parish of Ulst, aged 82 years. Mrs. Arbuckle was mother to John Arbuckle, Esq., one of the Masters of the Central Academy in this town.
The Islander – Aug 20, 1852
Died.
Accident – A young man named Alexander Nicholson, of Long Creek, Elliot River, aged 18, was accidentally drowned on Monday the 16th, while anchoring a Lighter belonging to his employer Mr. Samuel Hyde. The deceased is much regretted, being of excellent character, and the only support of his aged parents.The Islander – Aug 27, 1852
Died.
Obituary – Died at Bedeque, P.E. Island, on Saturday the 24th of July, Mrs. Crawford, widow of the Rev. Alexander Crawford, formerly Baptist Minister at Tryon, in the 65th year of her age.The Islander – Sep 10, 1852
Died.
At New York, on the 27th July last, Mrs. Persis Drew, wife of Mr. Robert Drew, formerly of this town, aged 59 years.At Argyle shore, Lot 30, on the 27th August last, Mary, the beloved wife of Mr. Murdoch Campbell, in the 44th year of her age. She bore a lingering illness with Christian resignation and fortitude, and gradually prepared her mind to meet death, not in its terrors, but as a messenger of peace that calls the soul to heaven.
At Lot 49, on Monday evening last, after a short illness, Prudence, wife of Mr. John Robinson, aged 31 years.
The Islander – Sep 17, 1852
Died.
On the 5th inst., at Little York, William Cook, Esq., in the 55th year of his age, after a short illness of three weeks, caused by a fall, leaving a family to regret their sudden bereavement.At West River, on Friday week last, Mary, wife of Mr. Samuel Hyde, aged 30 years.
At Murray Harbor, on the 1st September, Thomas, son of Thomas Clow, Esq., in the20th year of his age, leaving his bereaved parents and friends to lament the loss of a very exemplary and promising youth.
On Tuesday last, Catherine, infant daughter of Mr. Robert Connell, aged 24 years.
The Islander – Sep 24, 1852
Died.
On Thursday 16th, Hamilton Gray, infant son of James D. Haszard, Esq., aged 16 days.At Georgetown Royalty, on the 12th instant, Matthias, youngest son of Mr. Alexander Morrison, of that place, aged 8 years and 6 months.
The Islander – Oct 1, 1852
Died.
Suddenly at Boston, on the 29th August last, Mr. Fade Hayden, aged 22 years, so of Mr. Alex Hayden, Hillsborough River.The Islander – Oct 8, 1852
Died.
At Cavendish, on the 7th ult., after a lingering illness, Mr. John Simpson, aged 59 years.
At Nice, at an advanced age, Anne, wife of Richard Warburton, Esq., of Garryhinch, King’s County, IrelandOn the 30th of August, at Bedford, in the 79th year of his age, John Jenkins, Esq., M.R.C.S., London.
The Islander – Oct 15, 1852
Died.
At Augusta, Maine, on the 6th instant, Mr. Samuel C .Holman, Merchant of this Town, aged 29 years. The deceased has left a Widow and Infant, to mourn their irreparable loss.Suddenly at Charlottetown, on Tuesday morning, the 12th inst., Mrs. Pidgeon, wife of Mr. John Pidgeon, leaving behind her, to mourn her loss, a disconsolate husband and four small children.
The Islander – Oct 22, 1852
Died.
On Wednesday morning last, Mary, wife of Mr. Thomas Witter, and daughter of the late Mr. John Howell, aged 52 years.At the Head of Vernon River, Halfway-House, Mrs. Redmond, wife of Mr. Matthew Redmond, Innkeeper.
At St. Eleanor’s, on the 8th inst., Mr. Thomas Gay, sen., aged 58 years, of a Cancer of 5 years suffering, which he bore with Christian fortitude and resignation to the Divine Will. The deceased has left a wife and family of 8 children to mourn their loss.
The Islander – Oct 29, 1852
Died.
At Charlottetown, on the 25th instant, Mr. James Farrell, of County Monaghan, Ireland, aged 46 years.In Newburyport, Richard Hughes, son of the Rev. Wm. F. Hughes, of P.E. Island.
The Islander – Nov 5, 1852
Died.
On Monday morning last, from accident by Fire, in the 33rd year of her age, Kezia Attwood Davies, wife of Benjamin Davies, Esq., M.P.P. for Queen’s County. The circumstances with which this melancholy event was attended are detailed in another part of this day’s paper. (Image 5, column 4)On Wednesday the 5th May, aged 22, Mr. John Forrest, of Annan, first mate of the Fanny, of this port, on her outward passage to Port Philip. The deceased, while resting on the pooprail, conversing with a passenger, was caught by the spanker, thrown overboard, and accidentally drowned. – Liverpool paper, Oct. 4.
A child two years old, infant son of Mr. William Cruise, of the New Wiltshire Road, was burned to death, by its clothes taking fire, in the absence of its parents, who were in a field digging potatoes. There was another child present of three and a half years old, who was unable to render any assistance. He lived only about two hours, in great suffering.
The Islander – Nov 18, 1852
Died.
On Saturday the 9th ult., at Cable Head, Lot 41, Mrs. A. McIntyre, aged 69 years.At Tryon, on Friday the 5th inst., very suddenly, after an affliction of 15 years’ duration, Elizabeth, the beloved wife of Mr. William Wright, and eldest daughter of the late John Lord, Esq., in the 63d year of her age. In all the relations of life, as a child, a wife, mother, neighbor, and a member of the Methodist Society, she passed through these years “before the world blameless”. She leaves an affectionate husband, six children, a large circle of relatives and friends, and a host of acquaintance, both in this and the neighboring Colony, who will long remember her kindness, friendship, intelligence, hospitality, and her unbounded charity. One consolation is reserved to the bereaved; the “path to happiness and Heaven,” where she trod, remains to them; may it be their firmest purpose to walk therein with alacrity and delight, that they, like her, living a truly Christian life, may also with her have the happiness to “die the death of the righteous, and” their “last end be like his.”
The Islander – Nov 26, 1852
Died.
On the 24th ult., at Darnley, Jane, the beloved wife of Mr. John Orr, and daughter of Mr. James Curry, Lot 67.Suddenly, at Bedeque, on Thursday the 4th inst., Mr. Joseph Silliker, aged 76 years. He has left a widow to mourn the loss of a kind and affectionate husband, and a large circle of relatives and friends to lament the departure of a kind neighbor. His was life of true piety, and his end was peace.
The Islander – Dec 3, 1852
Died.
At Charlottetown, of inflammation on the chest, on Tuesday the 30th ult., Charles William, infant sno of Mr. J.E. S. Bagnall, aged 7-1/2 months.At Bedeque, on the 22d Nov., in the 59th year of her age, after a protracted illness of many years duration, which she bore with exemplary Christian patience and resignation to the will of her Heavenly Father, Mary, wife of Mr. Wm. McFarlane, leaving a husband and large family, with a numerous circle of relatives and friends, to mourn the loss of an affectionate wife, a loving and tender mother, and a kind and sympathizing neighbor and friend. She died with a well grounded hope of eternal life, through the righteousness of her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
The Islander – Dec 17, 1852
Died.
On the 26th ult., at his residence in Cove Head, after a long and painful illness which he bore with resignation to the Divine will, Mr. James Lawson, I the 53d year of his age. He has left a widow and eight children to lament his loss.At Appletree Farm, St. Peter’s Road, on Wednesday the 8th inst., Jessie, wife of the late Mr. Donald Stuart, in the 67th year of her age. Mrs. Stuart was 35 years a consistent member of the Baptist Church; endeared to all who had the pleasure of her acquaintance, especially to her children whose spiritual welfare she watched over with the most maternal anxiety. From the first of her illness, which was of short duration, she was impressed with the fact, that it was her last sickness, and expressed her entire resignation to the Divine arrangement, anticipating the deep rapture of a Meditator’s presence, where there is fullness of joy and pleasures for ever more.
The Islander – Dec 24, 1852
Died.
Of Cholera, at Wolf Island, United States, on the 29th September last, Mr. Hector Macdonald of Flat River, P.E.I. He was expected home on a visit to his friends at the time the melancholy news of his death arrived.At Oswego City, State New York, exulting in the Lord, 30th October, Richard Hennessy, mariner and steward, aged 27 years; formerly belonging to this Island.
The Islander – Dec 31, 1852
Died.
On the 15th inst., after a very short but most painful illness, Mr. Wm. Robinson, of this town, aged 47 years.On Friday, the 24th instant, at his residence, at Grand Rustico, Richard Rolings, Esq., aged 69 years.
On Saturday, the 25th instant, at French Fort, Mr. Peter Scott, aged 67 years.
On Monday morning, the 27th inst., after a lingering illness, Mr. Jas. C. Trenaman, son of Mr. John Trenaman, Watchmaker, of this town, aged 22 years.
On Friday, the 24th instant, at Little Sands, formerly of Charlottetown, of Consumption, Mr. John Hill, aged 29 years The deceased leaves a wife and one child to mourn their irreparable loss.
Lost from on board the Schr. Jenny Lind, on her passage from Annapolis, to Boston on the 25th of September last, Thomas, son of James FitzGibbon, Esq., Ship Builder in this Island, in the 21st year of his age.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1853
Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1853. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.The Islander – Jan 7, 1853
Died.
At Savage Harbour, Mr. Andrew Coffin, an old and respectable inhabitant.On Saturday last, Wm. McCraith.
The Islander – Jan 21, 1853
Died.
On the 15th instant, Clarence Read, second son of Mr. Alexander Macdonald, of this town, aged 7 months.On Sunday afternoon, the 16th instant, after a week’s illness, Mr. John Dawson, St. Peter’s Road, aged 57 years. He was a quiet, unobtrusive man, and a good neighbor, and his death is lamented by a large number of relatives and friends.
At New Perth, Lot 51, on the 16th instant, after a lingering illness, William, youngest son of Mr. James Stewart, aged 21 years.
At De Sable, on the 11th ultimo, Mr. Benjamin Farrow, in the 64 year of his age, after a long and painful illness, which he bore with resignation to the Divine will.
At Wood Islands, on the 2d January, Mr. Donald Taylor, an old and respectable inhabitant, aged 65 years.
The Islander – Jan 28, 1853
Died.
The Rev. W.T. Wishart, who has been lying ill for some weeks past, expired on Wednesday at two O’clock. As a man of talent and originality of thought, he had few superiors; and his demise will be sincerely regretted by his congregation, and those to whom he was endeared.
(We understand the Rev. Gentleman was Brother-in-Law to Mr. E.L. Lydiard, of this town)On Wednesday, 19th inst., at Rustico, of consumption, after a long and painful illness, deeply regretted by a large circle of friends and acquaintances, Mr. John Mathewson, aged 75 years. He emigrated from Scotland to this Island in the year 1806.
On Monday the 24th inst., at Lot 48, Mrs. Jane Calladon, wife of Mr. John Calladon, and youngest daughter of the late Mr. John Bovyer, aged 49 years.
At St. Eleanor’s, on Tuesday morning the 25th inst., Susan Maria, only remaining child of the late Mr. S.C. Holman, of this town, aged 4-1/2 months.
Murder – We regret to learn that Mr. Edmund Cameron, son of the late Mr. Allan Cameron, of Charlottetown, P.E. Island, was murdered at Sonora, California, in December last. He was on his way from a place called Angel’s Camp to Poverty Hill, and was shot at from behind by two inhuman wretches who rode up to him on horseback, and afterwards robbed him. He was found lying on the road a short time afterwards, still alive, and was removed to Sonora, when he sent for his friend, Thomas Clow, but before he arrived he had expired.
The Islander – Feb 4, 1853
Died.
At Mill Vale, New London, on the 12th ultimo, Mr. Matthew Murphy, aged 91 years. He emigrated to this Island in 1812, and has always sustained the character of an honest and inoffensive man.On the 14th inst., at Tignish, David, infant son of Mr. David Petrie, merchant, of Lot 2.
At Kildare, Lot 3, on Tuesday, 24th inst., Thomas, youngest son of Mr. James Fitzgerald, aged 14 months.
At Baldwin’s Road, Lot 51, on the 27th ult., Mr. Duncan Campbell, aged 23 years.
The Islander – Feb 11, 1853
Died.
On Monday last, after an illness of 5 months, fully trusting in the merits of his Redeemer, Mr. John Davies, sen., a native of Devenport, England, in the 70th year of his age.On the 1st inst., Emma Sophia, only daughter of Mr. John Harper.
At St. Eleanor’s, on the 9th January, Mary, wife of Mr. Thomas Murr[a]y, aged 51 years. Deeply lamented by a large circle of friends and relatives.
The Islander – Feb 18, 1853
Died.
At Murray Harbour, on Tuesday, 15th January, Elizabeth, wife of Mr. Alexander Vaniderstine, and youngest daughter of Mr. V. Needham, Bay Fortune.At Apple Tree Farm, on Sunday the 13th inst., Jessie, the beloved wife of Mr. James Wilson, and second daughter of the late Mr. Donald Stewart, of Apple Tree Farm, in the 44th year of her age.
At Sonora, California, in the month of November last, Mr. Ronald Beaton, formerly of East Point, P.E. Island.
The Islander – Feb 25, 1853
Died.
At Vernon River, on Sunday the 13th inst. After an affliction of eight years duration, Elizabeth, the beloved wife of Mr. James Hayden, in the 75th year of her age. As a wife, a mother and a neighbor, she will be long remembered for her virtues. One consolation is reserved to the bereaved, the path to happiness which she trod remains to them. May it be their firmest purpose to walk therein, and have the happiness to die the death of the Righteous, and their last end be like hers.On the 20th inst., at Grand River, Lot 55, Mr. John MacKenzie, aged 50 years. Deceased came to his death by a fall on the ice, about three weeks since. His life was exemplary and his end peace.
The Islander – Mar 4, 1853
Died.
Suddenly, at Monorgan, in Scotland, at the residence of James Hepburn Lyall, Esq., her brother-in-law, Charlotte, the beloved wife of Captain R.H. Church Tims, Esq., M.S., late of Prince Edward Island.On Sunday morning, the 20th inst., at his residence at Dog River, Mr. Duncan Darrah, aged 78 years, much esteemed and regretted. We received, last week the demise of his aged partner, whose remains he followed some distance to the grave, in which his own now rest, awaiting the resurrection of the just.
The Islander – Mar 18, 1853
Died.
On Monday the 14th inst., after a lingering illness, Mr. Richard Bagster Hodgson, son of the late Mr. Thomas Hodgson, aged 20 years. The deceased was exemplary in his life, and much respected by a large circle of friends and relations. His end was peace.On Monday the 7th March, Jessie, the beloved wife of Mr. Donald McDonald, of the New Perth Mills, Three Rivers. The deceased was amiable in her disposition, and exemplary I her life, and her death is deeply regretted by all who knew her.
The Islander – Mar 25, 1853
Died.
At Cove Head, on Wednesday, the 16th inst. Of consumption, Mr. Ivory Heard, Watchmaker, a native of the State of Maine, United States.On the 13th inst., at Little Marsh, near Princetown, after an illness of 12 hours, Flora, wife of Mr. Arthur Owen, and daughter of Mr. George Ellison, in the 29th year of her age.
Of Influenza, on Tuesday the 8th instant, Elizabeth, the beloved wife of Mr. Richard Symons, Princetown Road, Lot 22, aged 66 years.
The Islander – Apr 1, 1853
Died.
Of the Croup, at Wood Islands, on the 2nd March, William Duncan; and on the 20th, Mary, children of Mr. Thomas Munn; the former aged 1 year and 11 months; the latter 4 years and 2 months.At New Brunswick, early in the past month, after a short illness, in the 21st year of her age, Adelaide Maria, wife of Mr. Alfred A. Bynon, formerly of this town, leaving a husband, one child and numerous relatives to mourn her early departure from amongst them. Also, at the same time and place, their son Albert Arthur, aged 8 months. The remains of the mother and child were committed to the same grave by the Rev. Benj. Scott, who, only two and a half years since, performed her marriage ceremony.
The Islander – Apr 8, 1853
Died.
On Monday, Kate Mackintosh, infant daughter of Mr. William R. Watson, Druggist, aged 10 months.At Myrtle Grove, near Keswick, Cumberland, England, on the 11th March, Mrs. Dover, aged 94. It is not saying too much for this estimable lady, to affirm that no one ever departed this life more justly or more universally respected. She was a descendant from an old and worthy Cumberland family, and to the last days of her protracted life presented a fine specimen of the best type of the Cumbrian character. – Carlislie Patriot. (This lady was a sister of the late Robert Hodgson, Esq., of this Island, and an Aunt of the present Chief Justice.)
The Islander – Apr 15, 1853
Died.
At the residence of Isaac Howatt, St. Eleanor’s, on the 11th ultimo, Ann McDougald, the beloved wife of Mr. John McDouglad, Lot 16, age 77. The deceased came on a visit to her daughter about three weeks before her death. Her end was peace.At Fairfield, Lot 47, on the 5th instant, Alfred Nicholson, Esq. ,M.D., of London, England.
At South West, Bedeque, on the 5th instant, Alice, wife of Mr. Charles Hyde, aged 28 years.
On Tuesday the 12th, of Whooping Cough, Fanny Rosinia, third daughter and only child of Mr. James Cantelo, of this town, aged 1 year 8 months.
Thursday morning, 14th April, at Curtisdale, William Curtis, Esq., Land Surveyor, aged 76.
The Islander – Apr 22, 1853
Died.
On the 26th ult., after a lingering illness of eight months duration, which she bore with great patience and resignation to the Divine Will, Margaret, second daughter of Mr. Peter Robertson, of Kinloch, Lot 48, in the 20th year of her age.On Saturday morning, Catherine, wife of Mr. John Oxley, sen., Mason, aged 64.
On Tuesday the 19th inst., James Patrick Keoughan, aged 11 years and 3 months.
On Wednesday the 20th inst., of consumption, John Foyster, aged 18 years.
The Islander – Apr 29, 1853
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Tuesday morning, 26th inst., Sergt. John McKay, late 74th Regt., aged 63 years.The Islander – May 6, 1853
Died.
On Tuesday last, at his residence, Tryon Road, after a short illness, Mr. Samuel Widgery, aged 75 years.At Rustico, on Monday the 2d instant, Mr. Charles McMullan, Farmer, aged 40 years.
In the 58th year of his age, at the mission of San Rafael, Marin County, on Friday, January 14th, 1853, Timothy Murphy, Esq. Mr. Murphy left Wexford (Ireland) in 1825, and after passing 12 months or little more in Lima, Peru, came to California and settle in Marin County, where he has remained about a quarter of a Century, during which time he has had the entire charge and management of the Tenecasia Indians and their property. To show the estimation in which he was held by those Indians, it is stated by a gentleman who has heretofore acted as an agent among them, under Mr. M. they exclaimed “our kind friend and good father is going away and it will be best for us all to die now and go together with him to the land of spirits.” A short time prior to his death, Mr. Murphy conveyed by deed, to the Catholic Bishop of California, a valuable tract of land, eligibly situated in Marin County. This donation he made for the purpose of contributing towards the establishment of an Orphan Asylum and Seminary of Learning, which institution, it is understood, will be commenced without unnecessary delay.
(The deceased gentleman was a first Cousin of Dr. Conroy, Charlottetown)The Islander – May 13, 1853
Died.
On Saturday morning last, 7th inst., after an illness of a few days, Adelaide Richardson, daughter of the Hon. Edward Whelan, aged one year and two months.On Wednesday, the 11th inst., at the residence of Mr. William Barnstead, Charlottetown, Mr. John Leizer, a native of Halifax, N.S., aged 56 years.
At Orwell, on Thursday, the 29th ultimo, Mr. Samuel Martin, aged 107 years. The deceased emigrated to this Island, from the Isle of Skye some fifty years since, amongst the first settlers; was a sober, industrious man, and a good neighbor, and was able to walk about to within a few weeks of his death.
The Islander – May 20, 1853
Died.
On the 11th inst., of croup, after an illness of 48 hours, Adam, youngest son of Mr. T. Rodd, Brackley Point road, aged 8 years and 27 days.The Islander – May 27, 1853
Died.
At 3, The Circus, Bath, England, the residence of her daughter, Lady Wood, on the 7th instant, Phoebe Maria, relict of the late General Edmund Fanning, formerly Lieut. Governor of Prince Edward Island, aged 85 years.On the 14th instant, at Big Pond, East Point, Mr. Angus McPhee, in the 80th year of his age. He was esteemed and beloved by all who knew him for his general probity of character, and his humane and generous disposition.
At Grand River, Lot 55, on Sunday, the 22d instant, Margaret, third daughter of the late Neil Morrison, aged 18 years.
The Islander- Jun 3, 1853
Died.
Of Whooping Cough, on the 11th of April last, Isabella, youngest daughter of Mr. Malcolm McNeil, Lot 65, aged 3 years and 7 months.On Friday, November 5th, 1852, at the Dwelling of her maternal Grand-father, Mr. John Reid, Lot 53, having completed her ninth yare, Mary Woodlay, daughter of Charles Hawkswell Lewellin, and grand-daughter of J.L. Lewellin, of Woodley Grove Farm.
At Tower Bank, Portobello, on the 30th April, Jemima Robertson, wife of John McGill, Esq., Merchant, Charlottetown, P.E. Island.
The Islander – Jun 10, 1853
Died.
In Warwick Parish, Bermuda, on the 13th May, Mrs. Augusta S. Gilbert, relict of the late Captain Samuel H. Gilbert, aged 57 years, leaving two children, and a number of other relatives and friends to mourn their loss. (Mrs. Gilbert resided in this Island for many years.)At the North River, on Monday, the 6th inst., Mary, wife of Mr. Finlay McKinnon, aged 76 years. She emigrated to this Island in 1808 from the Island of Mull, Scotland.
Of Whooping Cough, on the 8th instant, Daniel William, infant son of Mr. Martin O’Halloran, of Georgetown, Merchant, aged 7-1/2 months.
At Murray Harbour, on the 26th May, Lydia, wife of Mr. Jas. Nickerson, aged 60 years.
The Islander – Jun 17, 1853
Died.
At Bay Fortune, on the 1st inst., after a severe illness of six weeks duration, which he bore with great patience, William Daniel, aged 19 years, third son of the Hon. James Dingwell, deeply regretted by his friends and acquaintances.The Islander – Jul 1, 1853
Died.
At Nail Pond, 21st instant, Mr. John Carrol, aged 75.The Islander – Jul 8, 1853
Died.
At Halifax, on Thursday evening, 30th ult., aged 51 years, George R. Young, Esq., Barrister at Law, late a member of Her Majesty’s Executive Council for the Province of Nova Scotia, and for eight years a Representative of this County. – Pic. East. Chron.The Islander – Jul 15, 1853
Died.
On Sunday the 3rd inst., at Montague, Lot 66, after a long and painful illness, which he bore with much patience and resignation to the Divine Will, Mr. John McLean, in the 28th year of his age. The deceased was a young man of pious and exemplary disposition, and was much beloved by all who knew him.At her residence, at St. Peter’s Bay, on the 2nd inst., Mary, aged 76, widow of the late Mr. William Webster, of that place, universally esteemed by a large circle of friends and acquaintances.
On Friday last, at Freetown, Bedeque, William Wright, eldest son of Mr. George Crosby, aged 6 years and 7 months.
At Nine-Mile Creek, on the 29th ult., of the Whooping Cough, James, son of John Livingston, jun., aged 4 months.
On Monday, the 11th inst., after a lingering illness, Edward Wyatt; aged 35 years, he has left a wife and seven children.
At Tryon, on the 2nd inst., Mr. George Bynon, aged 63 years.
At Shediac, N.B., on the 11th inst., Mr. John Rowe, a native of Buckland Brewer, Devonshire, England, and long a respected resident of this Town.
The Islander – Jul 22, 1853
Died.
At Kenlochspelve Manse, Isle of Mull, North Britain, on the 27th June, 1853, in the 9th year of his age, Norman McLeod, the eldest child and only son of the Rev. Angus McIntyre, and grandson of the late Charles Binns, Esquire, Barrister at Law, Charlottetown, P.E. Island.On the 20th ult., at his residence, Holly Mount, County of (unreadable), aged 76, Major-General James Armstrong, Royal Artillery.
On the 23d ult., at Orestes Villa, Southsea, the Dowager Lady Campbell, of Dunstaffnage, Lillias, relict of Angus Campbell, Esq., in her 85th year.
The Islander – Jul 29, 1853
Died.
On Saturday last, the 23d instant, after an acute illness of more than 20 years standing, which she bore with pious resignation, Margaret, wife of James Stewart, of New Perth, Lot 51. She was a native of Perthshire, Scotland, and emigrated to this Island in 1818.On the 29th ult., at the residence of Mr. Wm. E. Thomas, in this city, Neil Stewart, aged 24 years, a native of Prince Edward Island, after a short but severe attack of bilious intermittent fever. Mr. S., by his amiable qualities, and manly virtues, and faithfulness to all trusts reposed in him, had secured himself a large circle of friends who deeply mourn their loss – Chicago, Illinois, Congregational Herald.
The deceased was the fourth son of James Stewart, of New Perth Lot 51, and was a Teacher in this Island for several years. The relatives are consoled on learning that every attention was paid him, and every manifestation of Christian feeling displayed towards him by Mr. Thomas and his amiable family in Chicago. This is the fourth of Mr. Stewart’s sons who died within a few years of each other, on attaining to manhood. They were all young men of much promise, and of exemplary deportment and character.At Charlottetown, on the 21st instant, Paul Robert, infant son of Mr. Alex. McDonald, aged 13 months.
Dreadful Accident – As John Cameron, of Lot 67, (unreadable) Read, was on Wednesday last, the 20th inst., felling a tree it lodged on another tree opposite. On the following morning while disengaging it, for the purpose of lowering it down, it suddenly gave way, and falling on him, killed him on the spot. The deceased was much respected by all who knew him; and has left a wife and four children to bewail their irreparable loss. – Haszard’s Gazette.
The Islander – Aug 5, 1853
Died.
On Sunday, 24th July, at Lot 49, Hannah, daughter of Thomas and Mary Ann Weatherbe. This beloved and promising child came to her death with an affection of the heart, caused by fright at the misconduct of a drunken man.On Sabbath morning, Henry Halton, Esq., in the 60th year of his age. He was a native of Wexford, Ireland, but for many years a resident of this town, and for a considerable period its Representative in the General Assembly.
The Islander – Aug 12, 1853
Died.
On the 13th ult., at Garryhinch, King’s County, Ireland, Richard Warburton, Esq., D.L., Queen’s County, aged 80 years. The deceased gentleman was father of the Hon. Colonial Secretary of this Island.At Liverpool, on the 13th July last, Mr. William Hancock, aged 32 years. Mr. Hancock left here on the 12th June, in the Brig Yarra Yarra. When passing through the gut of Canso, in a heavy squall, he was thrown overboard by the main sheet; he was soon, however, picked up by the vessel’s boat; and although was exhausted, by due care was so recovered that he did not feel any serious injury. The vessel anchored in Ship Harbor for the day, but as Mr. Hancock was much better, she proceeded that day on the voyage. On the third day afterwards, however, he got much worse, and continued in a very weakly state, and a few days after his arrival in Liverpool he died.
On Saturday last, Mrs. Wightman, relict of the late J. Wightman Esq., St. Andrew’s Point, aged 80 years.
The Islander – Aug 19, 1853
Died.
On Wednesday the 10th inst., John Godkin, of Charlottetown, aged 76 years. The deceased, a native of the County of Waxford, Ireland, emigrated to this Colony in 1812. He was a steady, honest and industrious man; and, for his kind and obliging disposition, was highly esteemed by his friends and neighbors, who deeply sympathise with his family in their bereavement.The Islander – Aug 26, 1853
Died.
At Charlottetown, on the 21st instant, Mary Elizabeth, daughter of Mr. Thomas Murphy, aged Eleven months.On the Thursday 25th inst., Ellen, wife of Mr. Matthew May, of this town, aged 64 years.
The Islander – Sep 2, 1853
Died.
Very suddenly, on the 25th ult., Mr. James Semple, of New Georges, in the 67th year of his age, an old and respectable inhabitant of that place. He shall return no more to his house, neither shall his place know him any more.Of Croup, at Souris, in her ninth year, Flora Ellen, eldest daughter of Flora and the late Angus Macdonald, of that place. In this severe affliction the sorrowing mother and friends, bowing (unreadable) to the (?) of infinite wisdom, lament that the spoiler has buried in the cold grave one so young, so promising, so affectionate and beloved.
The Islander – Sep 9, 1853
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Wednesday, the 7th instant, after a short illness the Hon. Ambrose Lane, in the 62d year of his age. The deceased was native of County Tipperary, Ireland, and a son of the late Colonel John Hamilton Lane, of Lane’s Park, in (a section is unreadable) He was also for nearly 36 years a member of Her Majesty’s Executive Council of this Colony. The funeral will take place tomorrow, Saturday, at 3 o’clock, p.m.At Charlottetown, on Wednesday the 7th instant, Elizabeth, second daughter of Mr. John LePage, Teacher, aged 1 year and 7 months.
In Kingston Jamaica, on the 15th of July, of Yellow Fever, Theophilos, youngest son of Capt. Samuel Nelmes.
The Islander – Sep 16 1853
Died.
On Wednesday the 7th instant, Sarah, wife of Mr. E. Roberts, Teacher, Rustico, and fourth daughter of the late Donald Campbell, Cape Traverse, in the 46th year of her age. Her end was peace.The Islander – Sep 23, 1853
Died.
On the 16th August last, on board the Brigt. Polly Hopkins, of this Island, on a voyage from St. John, N.B. to Ireland, Mr. John McEwen, second son of the late John McEwen, of new London, in the 24th year of his age.At Charlottetown, on Tuesday the 20th instant, of Croup, Benjamin Croix, youngest son of Mr. Theophilus Chappell, aged 1 year.
In this city, on Monday the 19th inst., Ann Callbeck, daughter of the late Phillips Callbeck, Esq., formerly Attorney General of Prince Edward Island, and niece of the late Admiral Sir Isaac Coffin. Her funeral will take place from her late residence, Mr. Fraser’s, Barrington Street, tomorrow, Wednesday, at 4 o’clock, when the friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend without further invitation. – Halifax Sun, Sept. 20
On the 9th of August, at Port Hown, (sic Huron) State of Michigan, after a severe but short attack of bilious Intermitting fever, Catharine, wife of John Murray. The deceased was a native of P.E. Island who emigrated thither two years ago – her end was peace.
On Wednesday evening, the 21st instant, of Inflammation, Edmond Gilmore, seventh son of Mr. Charles Dogherty, aged 2 years and 3 months.
The Islander – Sep 30, 1853
Died.
At Halifax, on Saturday the 24th instant, Jane, wife of Mr. James Roue, of this city, aged 45 years, a native of Barnstable, Devonshire, England.At Charlottetown, on Saturday the 24th instant, after a long and painful illness, Mr. John MacLeod, aged 28 years.
Melancholy Accident – We regret to hear that Mr. Frederick Praught, son of Mr. David Praught, of Lot 48, was drowned this morning, (Friday, Sept. 30), in the Mill Dam of Mr. Robert Lunn, Lot 48, while in the act of polling logs down the dam to the Mill. His body was recovered in a few minutes after the accident, but the vital spark had fled. The deceased was about 25 years of age.
The Islander – Oct 7, 1853
Died.
On board the Steamer Devastation, on the 3d instant, after a short illness, Mr. William B. Alexander, Mate, R.N., aged 25 years.Suddenly, at New South Wiltshire, Township 31, on the 14th ult., Mrs. Mary Ann Willis, wife of Mr. John Willis, formerly of Potterne, Wiltshire, England.
On Tuesday night, of Epilepsy, Thomas, son of Mr. James Stanley, Charlottetown, age 11 years.
At St. George’s, Bermuda, on Saturday the 17th ult., of Fever, Lewis Y. Nash, Esq., Ordnance Storekeeper.
At the same place, on Monday the 19th ult., Mary Ann, eldest daughter of the late L.Y. Nash, Esq.
A Bold Attempt and Loss of Life – On the 27th ult., Anthony Grathny, a young man lately from Ireland, servant to James Yeo, Esq., while attempting to cross Ardy’s River, on horse-back, was drowned. An Inquest was held on the body on the following day, before John Wright, Coroner for Prince County, when the Jury returned a verdict accordingly.
The Islander – Oct 14, 1853
Died.
On Tuesday evening last, the 11th instant, at Darnley, Lot 18, after a lingering illness, James McKay, Esq., M.P.P., aged (?) years. The deceased was a native of Princetown Royalty, and resided in that vicinity all his life, and was highly respected as a neighbor and friend. He was elected a Member of the House of Assembly at the last General Election, but did not survive to take the seat.The Islander – Oct 21, 1853
Died.
On Saturday the 15th, at Brudenell, Three Rivers, of consumption, Isabell, the beloved wife of Mr. Duncan Stewart, aged 58 years.The Islander – Oct 28, 1853
Died.
On the 6th inst., at Three Rivers, Christy Ann, infant daughter of Mr. Duncan Fraser, Albion Mills.At Georgetown, on Sunday night, the 23d inst., Mary Ann, wife of Mr. John Thompson, I the 45th year of her age, leaving a husband and 10 children to mourn their loss.
At Flat River, on the 22d instant. Of inflammatory fever, Mr. George Hill, merchant, after about seven weeks of intense (unreadable) which he bore with Christian fortitude to the Divine will. The deceased has left a widow with two children to mourn their sad loss.
Melancholy Accident – Mr. Evans, Ship-builder of Orwell, was accidentally drowned a few days since, by the upsetting of a canoe while in the act of crossing from a ship-yard to his own home, at the Head of Orwell.
The Islander – Nov 11, 1853
Died.
At Hyde-park, Oct 31, Anne, wife of John MacGregor, Esq., M.P. for Glasgow.At New London, at the residence of his son-in-law, Donald Montgomery, Esq., David Murray, Esq., aged 88 years. He was for many years a Member of the House of Assembly of this Island.
On the 15th October last, of disease of the heart, Mr. Joseph Baker, of Bedeque, aged 63 years, and old and respectable inhabitant of that district.
The Islander – Nov 18, 1853
Died.
At Annapolis Royal, on Friday, the 28th October, John S. Watson, Esq., Apothecary, formerly of Morayshire, Forres, Scotland, aged 39 years. His remains were followed to the grave on the following Sunday by almost all the inhabitants of that town, by whom he was universally respected. He has left a wife and six small children to mourn the loss of a kind husband and tender parent.At Hamilton, Bermuda, on the 31st ult., of Fever, I the 67th year of his age, Edmund Ward, Esq., formerly of this city, and for many years proprietor and publisher of the “Halifax Free Press,” and “Temperance Recorder,” newspapers, successively. Deceased had reached Bermuda, from New York, but a few days prior to his illness, on a visit to the family of his only surviving son, Mr. Robert Ward, who has also been attacked by the prevailing epidemic.
At Charlottetown, at the residence of his daughter-in-law, on the 28th ult., Mr. Thomas Walsh, in the 73d year of his age; on old and respectable inhabitant of this Island, well known for many years as a teacher at the Head of Saint Peter’s Bay and Saint Andrew’s.
On the 8th inst., at the residence of his father, John, aged 17 years, son of Mr. Patrick Callaghan, of Charlottetown. The deceased was a promising youth, cut off in the flower of life by inflammation on the chest, brought on by an injury received some time since by a vehicle passing over him, which accident he concealed from his parents until a few days before his death.
The Islander – Nov 25, 1853
Died.
At Ireland Island, Bermuda, 25th ult., of Fever, Martha Mary, eldest daughter of Capt. W.H. Jervis, R.N., aged 18 years. The deceased was a niece of the Lady of the Hon. C. Young.At Charlottetown, on Saturday the 19th instant, Edmund Howard Gorges, Esq., late of the Ordnance Department, aged 40 years,
In September last, at Matanzis, in Cuba, whither she had proceeded for the recovery of her health, Mary Maberly, the eldest daughter of Captain Crease, R.N., and grand-daughter of Edward Smith, Esq., late of Ince Castle, Cornwall. – London Times, Oct., 14th.
At St. John, N.B., on the 4th inst., after a short but severe illness, Sarah O., wife of Mr. John C. McDonald, aged 21 years. Mrs. McDonald was a native of P.E. Island, she leaves a large circle of friends to mourn their loss.
Drowned – James McNatton, a person in the employ of Messrs. Longworth & Yates, fell off one of the arches of Pownal street wharf, on Tuesday night last, and was drowned. The unfortunate man called loudly for assistance which, there being several persons near, was promptly rendered, and a boat dispatched for the purpose of rescuing him, but owing to the extreme darkness of the night, and the party being unable to swim, those who were in the boat were unable to carry into effect their humane intentions. It is conjectured that the boat might have passed over him while under the water.
The Islander – Dec 9, 1853
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Sunday, 4th inst., Mr. Thomas Dennis, tinsmith, aged 58 years.At Edinburgh, on the 16th Oct., Thomas Knox, Esq., in the 75th year of his age. The deceased was the father of the Rev. John Knox, of this Island. Throughout his long life he enjoyed (unreadable) uninterrupted health and after ten day’s sickness he calmly fell asleep in Jesus, in the sure hope of a glorious and immortal life at the appearing of our Lord from heaven.
The Islander – Dec 16, 1853
Died.
At Boaz Island, Bermuda, 25th October last, of Fever, Martha Mary, eldest daughter of Capt. W.H. Jervis, R.N., aged 18 years.
And at Clarence Hill, Bermuda, on the 21st ult., of Fever, Fanny Annie Cockburn, the third beloved daughter of Capt. Jervis, aged 14 years. (these young ladies were nieces of Mrs. C. Young, who has thus been called upon to mourn the sudden and unexpected death of 4 nieces within the short space of six weeks.At New London Capes, last month, Mr. Elizabeth Harding, aged 104 years.
At his residence, Lot 12, Western Road, on the 1st December inst., Mr. John Robinson, aged 62 years. The deceased was a native of Charlottetown, where he was well known, and resided for many years.
On Tuesday 6th, of Cancer, Hannah Maria, wife of Mr. Henry Vickerson, East River, aged 48 years.
At De Sable, on Thursday, the 18th instant, Isabella, relict of the late Mr. Alexander McQuarry, aged 81 years. The deceased was beloved and esteemed by all who knew her – her end was peace.
At Charlottetown, on the 15th instant, of consumption, Mary Ann, daughter of the late Thomas Hodgson, aged 19 years – her end was peace. Funeral on Sunday next, at 3 o’clock.
The Islander – Dec 23, 1853
Died.
At the Shipyard House, Lt 18, o the 11th December of rapid consumption, Dugald, youngest son of the late P… Cody, Esq., formerly of Kildare, aged 18 years.On the 2d instant, at the residence of Mr. George Owen Lot 48, Mr. George Howell, in his 79th year, after a short illness.
At Clarence Hill, Bermuda, 21st ult., of the prevailing epidemic, Fanny Anne Cockburn, third beloved daughter of Capt. Jervis, R.N., aged 28 years.
The Islander – Dec 30, 1853
Died.
On the 25th instant, of Bronchitis, at the Barracks, Charlottetown, Lilla Anne, daughter of Colour sergeant Edward C…. 76th Regiment.On Monday, the 26th instant, at the residence of his Brother-in-law, Mr. William Boyle, Richard, aged 23 years, the eldest surviving son of Mr. Richard Faught, recently of this town. His end was peace.
On Tuesday, the 27th inst., at Charlottetown, Mr. Matthew May, aged 35 years.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1854
Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1854. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.The Islander – Jan 6, 1854
Died.
Suddenly, on Wednesday evening, the 4th instant, Ellen, the beloved wife of Fredk. N. Gisborne, Esq. Her funeral will take place from the family residence, “Warblington” tomorrow, Saturday, at Two o’clock, p.m., when the friends are requested to attend.At Cavendish, on Wednesday, the 28th Dec., Agnes Woodside Simpson, relict of the late James Simpson, in the 79th year of her age.
At Cascumpee, a few days since, Mr. Maurice O’Connor, aged 71 years.
At New London, on the 19th ultimo, Mr. Francis Pillman, in the 86th year of his age, generally respected and regretted.
The Islander – Jan 13, 1854
Died.
In Boston, Mass., 9th December, Sarah Bowan?, a native of Halifax, N.S.On Sunday, 1st January, 1854, at the Barracks, Charlottetown, in the 33d year of his age, Lieutenant Thomas Crawford Poole, H.M. 76th (Hindoostan) Regiment.
On Monday morning, 6th inst., at Charlottetown, Jane, wife of Mr. William Sneeston, aged 43 years.
After a short illness, at his residence, Princetown Road, Mr. John Legyt, a native of Hereford, England, in the 78th year of his age. His end was peace.
The Islander – Jan 20, 1854
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Saturday, the 14th inst., Mr. Patrick Callaghan, Tinsmith, in the 56th year of his age.At the Victoria Hotel, Charlottetown, on the 15th inst., at 1 o’clock, a.m., Julianna, the beloved wife of Mr. James Davis, aged 42 years. The deceased was severely attacked upwards of 2 years since, by Paralysis, and has ever since been almost helpless and speechless, although she was enabled, by a little assistance to move about the house until within six weeks of her death. She was a kind mother, and a good neighbor; and has left behind her many friends to mourn her loss.
On the 10th inst., at the residence of Mr. James McLean, Water Street, Captain James Henderson, aged 52 years.
The Islander – Jan 27, 1854
Died.
On Friday, the 13th instant, at Orwell, Belfast, after a short illness, Sarah, the beloved wife of Mr. Neil McLeod, aged 59 years.Suddenly, at Flat River, on the 17th instant, Mr. Lauchlin Morrison, in the 65 year of his age.
At Lot 49, on Tuesday, the 10th instant, Jane, the beloved wife of Mr. John Brehaut. She was born in Louisburgh, Cape Breton, in the year 1758, and removed to Quebec the following years, at which place she resided until 10 years of age. She came to this Island in 1768-9 with a family of the name of Gouldroup, and with the early settlers experienced all the privations and hardships incident to the settlement of a new Colony. She retained her mental faculties unimpaired to the last, and took a pleasure in reciting the incidents which marked the career of those hardy pioneers, most of whom preceded her to the tomb. At the time of her death she was 96 years of age, highly respected by her numerous descendants for her uniform kindness and general worth. She had 13 children, 61 grand children, 206 great grand children, and 6 great great grand children, most of whom survive and cherish her memory with fond affection.
The Islander – Feb 3, 1854
Died.
At the residence of Wm. Forgan, Esq., in the Royalty of Charlottetown, on Saturday, the 28th ult., Miss Mary Henderson Johnstone, only sister of the late William Johnstone, Esq., formerly Attorney General of this Island, aged 81 years.At Brasteed, county Kent, England, on the 30th December., 1853, John Pollard Mayers, Esq., brother-in-law of John Barrow, Esq., of this Island.
The Islander – Feb 10, 1854
Died.
At Charlottetown, on the 27th January, Margaret, third daughter of Mr. Alexander McDonald, aged three years and six months.The Islander – Feb 17, 1854
Died.
At Princetown Royalty, on the 31st January last, Elizabeth Thomson, in the 96th year of her age. Deceased immigrated to this Island in the year 1775, is supposed to be the only survivor except one, of those who suffered such hardships at Point Prim in the winter 1775-6.Of consumption, on Thursday night the 16th inst., Mr. Jonathan White, seventh son of Mr. William White, aged 21 years, Funeral on Sunday next, at 2 o’clock.
At Cavendish, on the 13th inst., Colin McNeil, youngest son of Mr. Alexander Simpson, aged 15 months.
At St. Mary’s, on the 31st December, after a painful illness, borne with patience and resignation to the Divine will, Mr. Hannibal Murch, jun., aged 25 years, eldest son of Hannibal Murch, Esq., Stipendiary Magistrate at that place. – Newfld. Paper.
At New York city, 28th January ult., of cholera, Mr. George William Hix, in the 25th year of his age. The deceased was son of Mr. George Hix, of this town.
At St. Eleanor’s, on Friday last, the 10th inst., Elizabeth, wife of Samuel Green, Esq.
The Islander – Feb 24, 1854
Died.
At St. John, New Brunswick on the 17th instant, Allan Ramsay Watts, Merchant, aged 26 years, only surviving Son of the late Mr. Samuel Watts, of Fredericton, N.B.At Wheatley River, rustic, on Tuesday the 14th February, of brain fever, Charles, youngest son; and on Monday the 20th, William, the eldest son, of Mr. Isaac Whitlock, of that place.
At Charlottetown, on Saturday, the 18th instant, Lewis Charles, aged 14 months, son of Mr. William Weeks.
The Islander – Mar 3, 1854
Died.
On Wednesday, 1st inst., of consumption, Alicia, only daughter of Mr. Robert Weeks, aged 34 years. Funeral on Sunday, at 3 o’clock, when friends are requested to attend.The Islander – Mar 10, 1854
Died.
On the 1st instant, at Charlottetown, Florence Graham, aged 11 months, infant daughter of Mr. James Dewar, Merchant, Belfast.At her residence, Kildare, Lot 3, after a long and painful illness, on Friday morning, 24th February last, regretted by a large circle of relatives and friends, Mrs. Mary Travers, formerly of St. John’s Newfoundland.
At Bay Fortune, on the 25th February, Mr. William Henry Underhay, eldest son of William Underhay, Esq., aged 26 years.
Suddenly, on Tuesday last, 27th February, at St. Peter’s, Mr. Michael Eagen, aged 75 years.
At Charlottetown, on Monday evening, the 6th instant, after a lingering illness, deeply regretted by a large circle of relatives and friends, Anna Maria, the beloved daughter of the Hon. Donald Macdonald, aged 23 years.
On the 2d inst., at the residence of her son-in-law, R. Burdett, Lot 35, West River, Elizabeth Austin, aged 72 years.
The Islander – Mar 17, 1854
Died.
On the 1st February, of Small Pox, at New York, Michael McAulay, ship Carpenter of Grand Tracadie, aged 29 years, much regretted by all who knew him.At Murray Mills, on the 20th ult., Ann, relict of William Daniel, in 75th year of her age, having survived her husband for the short space of ten days.
At De Sable, on Friday, the 24th ult., Mr. William Sweeney, aged 72 years. He was a native of the County Cork, Ireland.
The Islander – Apr 7, 1854
Died.
On the 7th March, at Ordnance House, Southampton, Francis, the beloved wife of Lieut. Col. Hall, of the Royal Engineers, and daughter of John Barrow, Esq., of this Island.The Islander – Apr 14, 1854
Died.
At Charlottetown, on the 11th inst., after a short illness Mr. Nathaniel Michell, in the 53d year of his age, late of her Majesty’s 52d Regiment, Light Infantry.The Islander – May 5, 1854
Died.
At New London, on the 23d of April, Mr. William Mark, in the 84th year of his age. The deceased has resided for many years in New London, and was universally respected and beloved by his neighbours and acquaintances for his amiable and charitable disposition.On the 7th instant, Mrs. Christy McLeod, the beloved wife of Mr. Murdoch McLeod, shipbuilder, Grand River, Township 55. Her end was peace.
At Charlottetown, on Tuesday, the 2d instant, Jemima, infant daughter of Mr. James Stanley, aged 11 months.
The Islander – May 12, 1854
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Friday evening the 5th inst., Mr. Patrick Gilligan, aged 74 years, late of Her Majesty’s 74th Regiment of Foot. The deceased was discharged from the Army in December, 1828, after a service of 31 years, in which time he served in nine general engagements, for which he received two Medals, and a Pension, which he enjoyed up to the time of his death. He held the appointment of Clerk of the Flour Market in this Town for two or three years.At Fredericton, on the 19th April, in her 74th years, and on the 46th Anniversary of her wedding day, Abi, the wife of Mr. W.H. Gall(?), of that city.
On Wednesday morning, 10th inst., at 9 o’clock, John, Fifth son of D. Reddin, Esq., in the 18th year of his age.
The Islander – Jun 2, 1854
Died.
At Sunnybank, in the Royalty of Charlottetown, on Saturday the 20th instant, Mrs. Helen Stockdale, aged 94 years.The Islander – Jun 9, 1854
Died.
On the 13th inst., at his residence, Stanhope, Mr. John Douglas, aged 74 years.Died at Charlottetown, on the 3d inst., Janet, wife of Mr. John Currie, and eldest daughter of Mr. James Lee, of Douglasstown, Miramichi, aged 36 years.
The Islander – Jun 16, 1854
Died.
At Murray Harbour, on the evening of the 8th inst., after a long and painful illness, which she bore with much Christian patience and resignation, Charlotte, the wife of Mr. David Breetchton, in the 36th year of her age, deservedly regretted by her large family circle, as well as the whole circle of her acquaintances, who testified their respect by the most numerous and respectful attendance at her funeral ever witnessed in this Settlement.The Islander – Jun 23, 1854
Died.
At Halifax, on Saturday the 17th inst., Mrs. Jane Deblois, relict of the late S.W. Deblois, Esq.At Souris, on Sunday morning the 18th instant, Arthur, youngest Son of William Macgowan, Esquire, aged 2 years.
At Charlottetown, on Tuesday the 20th instant, after a long and lingering illness of a disease of the heart, Margaret Murphy, aged 43 years, relict of the late James Murphy, of Liverpool, England.
The Islander – Jun 30, 1854
Died.
At French Fort, on Monday, the 26th instant, after a short illness, Mr. Dennis Hickey, aged 73 years, an old and respectable resident of that settlement.On Sunday last, at the house of his son, at Cape Traverse, George Irving, Esq., of King’s Square, Charlottetown, aged 69 years. He was a native of Dumfries, Scotland, resided for 10 years on the Magdalea Islands, and the remainder of his life in this Colony, where he has been highly respected for strict integrity, and superior intelligence. About four years ago he lost his sight, a calamity which he bowed to with humble resignation as a dispensation of Providence. The disease that occasioned his death, was softening of part of the brain and the spinal marrow, which, while it rendered him totally helpless and speechless, left him perfectly conscious til death. He will live long in the cherished remembrance of his affectionate family, and a large circle of intimate friends.
The Islander – Jul 7, 1854
Died.
At Wood Islands, on Sunday the 2d inst., in the 74th year of her age, Janet, wife of Mr. John McMahon. She emigrated to this Island, with her father and husband, James Currie, October, 1806; settled at Wood Islands, 1807; left a widow, 1813; and lived with her last husband 35 years, at the above named place.On Tuesday, the 4th July, Mary, wife of Sampson Symons, Ellen’s Creek, Royalty, aged 74 years.
At Somerset Cottage, St. Peter’s Road, on Saturday the 1st July, William Stainforth, eldest son of W.S. McGowan, Esq., Souris, aged six years.
The Islander – Jul 21, 1854
Died.
At New Perth, on Sunday, July 3, after a lingering illness Alfred Finley, son of James Finley, Jun., aged six years and nine months.Suddenly at Boston, a few days since, Alexander Rae, Esq., late Speaker of the House of Assembly of this Island.
The Islander – Jul 28, 1854
Died.
At Charlottetown, on the 17th inst., Jane Rogerson Potts, daughter of Alexander Macdonald, aged two months and 23 days.Melancholy Accident – As James Grahams, a man in the employ of Mr. William Heard, was in the act of taking down a flag which had been displayed from the roof of the house, in honour of the procession of the Sons of Temperance, last evening, his foot slipped, when he fell from the chimney of which he had hold, into the street. He was taken into Mr. Heard’s shop, and medical aid procured, but of no avail, as he died shortly after. He leaves a wife and six small children to mourn his untimely fate.
The Islander – Aug 11, 1854
Died.
At Halifax, 30th July, Richard Tremain, Esquire, aged 80 years.At Quebec, on the 17th ult., of cholera, Mr. John Lawson, eldest surviving son of John Lawson, Esquire, of Charlottetown.
Melancholy Accident – Mr. Neil McDougald, of Belfast, left Charlottetown on Wednesday, the 2d inst., with two passengers, when having landed at Canso Point, he the, being alone in the boat, set sail for St. Peter’s Island, but before he reached his destination a sudden squall, it supposed, overtook the boat and occasioned his loss. The boat was the morning after found by some fishermen at the buoy. The deceased was a brother of Mr. Archibald McDougald, formerly of Charlottetown. He has left a widow and eight children to lament their irreparable loss.
The Islander – Aug 18, 1854
Died.
At his residence, Charlottetown, on Monday, 14th inst., in the 65th year of his age, Commander John Rayner Mayne, Royal Navy.On Sunday last, Maria August, infant daughter of the Rev. John McMurray.
At Fredericton, on Wednesday morning, after a short illness, William Watts, jr., Esq., Barrister at Law, in the 38th year of his age.
Died on the 16th August inst., Emily Louise, infant daughter of John Longworth, Esq., aged 4 months.
The Islander – Aug 25, 1854
Died.
At Traveller’s Rest, Joseph Henry, youngest son of the Rev. Mr. Cotton, Bible Christian Missionary, aged 8 months.The Islander – Sep 1, 1854
Died.
At Charlottetown, on the 24th inst., Lucy Henrietta, daughter of James c. Pope, Esq., aged 11 months.The Islander – Sep 15, 1854
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Sunday the 27th of August, aged about 90, Mrs. Mary Lewis, one of the oldest inhabitants of this town, wherein she resided for a period of sixty-four years.At Beech Point, on Monday, the 4th inst., aged 23 years, Harriet, eldest daughter of Donald Ramsay, Esq., of the above Place. The deceased was characterized by an amiableness of disposition, which attached her to those who had the pleasure of her acquaintance. Her illness, which was tedious and sever, she bore without murmuring, often concealing her distress from fear of giving pain to her relatives. As she drew nearer her decease she expressed an increasingly firm faith in a crucified and risen Redeemer, and we trust is with him now in bliss.
At St. John’s Newfoundland, on the 22d of August, after a painful illness which she bore with Christian fortitude, Mrs. Mary Widdecombe, aged 99 years; 86 year of which she spent in that town. (Deceased was mother of the late Mrs. Mary Travers, of Kildare.)
The Islander – Sep 22, 1854
Died.
On Sunday last, the 17th inst., Mr. Donald McLeod, elder, Murray Harbour Road, aged 72 years. Much regretted by his friends and acquaintances.On the 15th inst., Margaret, eldest daughter of Duncan McDonald, Murray Harbour Road, aged 29 years. Her end was peace.
At Charlottetown, on Tuesday 19th Sept. Mr. Alexander McDonald, Tailor, a native of Picton, Nova Scotia, aged 36 years. His end was peace.
At his residence in Rustico, on the 18th instant, at the unusually advanced age of 104 years, Mr. Roderick Mathewson, a native of the Parish of Lochalsh, Rossshire, Scotland, who emigrated to this Island in the year 18?6; lived on good terms with all his neighbours; and for many years discharged the important duties of Elder in the church of Scotland, much to his own credit and to the benefit of others. The consistency of his faith in Jesus Christ continued firm and unshaken to the last. His end was peace.
On the 22d inst., at the Central Academy, after a painful illness, borne with exemplary meekness and resignation, Alice the beloved wife of Mr. John Le Page, aged 28 years.
The Islander – Sep 29, 1854
Died.
Last Monday, after a lingering illness, which she bore with resignation to the Divine will, Catherine, the beloved wife of Mr. Jabez Barnard, of this town, aged 63 years.A Boy, about four years of age, son of Mr. Samuel Batt, of Charlottetown, fell over Lord’s Wharf, on Monday last, and was drowned.
The Islander – Oct 6, 1854
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Saturday the 30th Sept., aged 69, Thomas Terlizzick, a native of Devonport, England. His illness was long and painful, which he bore without a murmur; his hope was firm and unshaken in the Lamb of God.The Islander – Oct 13, 1854
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Tuesday the 3d instant, of inflammation of the chest, Matilda Maria, youngest daughter of Mr. Mark Butcher, aged 2 years.At Georgetown, on the 4th instant, Margaret, the beloved wife of Mr. John McIsaac, merchant, Souris, in the 42d year of her age. Her amiable disposition as a mother, combined with generosity and good will to others, endeared her to all. She has left a large family and friends to lament their irreparable loss.
The Islander – Oct 20, 1854
Died.
In Melbourne, Australia, Mr. Norman McRae, aged 26 years, formerly of New Glasgow Road, in this Island.On Sunday, the 15th inst., at St. Eleanor’s, in the full assurance of a blessed immortality through faith in her Divine Saviour, Matilda Ann, the beloved wife of H.N. Hope, Esq., aged 44 years. “Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord.”
On the 7th instant, at Boughton Island, after a lingering illness, Edward, eldest son of Mr. Bartlet Allan, aged 34 years. His life was exemplary and his end was peace.
On the 4th at Grand River, Mrs. Catherine McKenzie, widow of the late Malcolm McKenzie, aged 83 years.
Sept. 6th at the Rectory, Sutton, Mondeville, Wilts, England, Caroline Delia, wife of the Rev. J. Whyndham, and only daughter of Dr. Kielly, of St. John’s, Newfoundland.
On Saturday evening, the 4th instant, Robert George, son of Mr. Robert Galbraith, late of the commissariat, Bermuda, aged 2 years and 10 months.
The Islander – Oct 27, 1854
Died.
Suddenly, of Cholera, the 7th July last, in Montreal, C.E., Mr. Robert Smith, late of Lot 48, P.E. Island.The Islander – Nov 3, 1854
Died.
At his country residence, Donaldston, Friday, 27th ult., in the 76th year of his age, Alexander McDonnell, Esq., Lieut. in the late Glengary Fencibles.On Sunday last in Charlottetown, Mr. Thomas Walsh, late of York River, aged 81 years.
At York River, on Thursday last, aged 67 years, Mrs. Boisner, relict of the late Mr. Christian Boisner.
At sea, on Tuesday, the 17th Oct., on his passage from Liverpool, to Portland, on board the Steamer Sarah Sands, on his way to P.E. Island, Mr. John Murchison, son of Mr. Alexander Murchison, Point Prim, aged 20 years.
In Buffalo, State of New York on the 12th August last, of Cholera, Mr. William Pollard, age 22 years. The deceased was 2nd son of Mr. John Pollard, formerly of Georgetown Royalty, and grandson of Mr. James Pollard, sen., of this town.
The Islander – Nov 10, 1854
Died.
Suddenly, at St. Andrew’s, on Monday the 6th inst., Mr. James Caupion, aged about 35 years.At Charlottetown, on the 6th instant, Mrs. MacDonald, widow of the late Mr. Alexander MacDonald, Tailor, aged 36 years.
The Islander – Nov 17, 1854
Died.
On the 4th instant, after a lingering illness, which she bore without complaining, Margaret eldest daughter of the late Henry McNeill, Bookbinder, in this Town, aged 23 years, deeply regretted by her relatives and a large circle of acquaintances.At Charlottetown, on the 13th inst., at an advanced age, Mr. Dennis Bray, an old resident of this town, esteemed by all who knew him.
The Islander – Nov 24, 1854
Died.
At Arichat, Cape Breton, on Friday the 31 instant, after a lingering illness, Rector Macdonald, Esq., of the late firm of A.&H. Macdonald, Merchant, and brother of the late John Macdonald, Windmill, Charlottetown, I the 71st of his age; deeply regretted by a large circle of acquaintances.At California, on the 4th August last, Mr. Joseph Muirhead, son of Mr. Robert Muirhead, Tryon, in his 28th year.
The Islander – Dec 1, 1854
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Monday the 27th ultimo, Capt William Griffiths, aged 54 years. His remains were followed to their last resting place, on Wednesday last, by a large number of “Masonic Brethren,” and by the Sons of Temperance, of both which bodies the deceased was a member.At Cherry Valley, on the 23d ultimo, after a long and painful illness, which he bore with exemplary fortitude and Christian resignation to the Divine Will, Mr. Finlay Docherty, in the 69th year of his age, leaving a large family, and a numerous circle of relatives to lament the loss of an affectionate parent, and a good member of Society.
At Charlottetown, on the Sunday the 26th ultimo, after a long and painful illness, Caroline Leah, 12th daughter of Mr. John Yeo, aged 10 years.
The Islander – Dec 8, 1854
Died.
At Stanhope, on the 8th ultimo, after a long and painful illness, which he bore with exemplary fortitude and christian resignation to the D.V., Mr. Cornelius Higgins, in the 74th year of his age.On Saturday the 21 instant, at Charlottetown, Mr. John P. Love Kent Street, aged 42 years.
The Islander – Dec 15, 1854
Died.
Suddenly, at his residence in King’s County, on the 30th November, Mr. James Henry Stuart Norton, second son of the late Mr. Norton, Brudenell, Three Rivers, in his 40th year – deservedly esteemed by all his acquaintances.The Islander – Dec 22, 1854
Died.
Melancholy Accident – On Thursday last, the 21st inst., William, aged four years, eldest son of Mr. John Stewart, North River, was accidentally burnt to death. It appears Mr. Stewart was absent from home, and Mrs. Stewart had in the morning gone to the house of her Mother-in-law, and had left the deceased, and two younger children in the house, and when the Mother returned she found William on the middle of the floor, having fallen into the fire, almost burned to death. It is supposed the poor child had been trying to reach something off the mantelpiece, and had fallen. He lived for about two hours, in the greatest agony, and then expired.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1855
Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1855. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.The Islander – Jan 12, 1855
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Friday, January 5th, Mr. Joseph Stone, leaving a wife and seven small children.On the 23d October last, Matilda, 4 ½ years of age, third daughter of Benjamin Hughes, Blacksmith, of Wheatley River Bridge, Lot 24, was accidentally burned to death by fire. The deceased had been but a quarter of an hour from her mother’s side, having gone on an errand to a Carpenter’s shop adjoining, when it is supposed her clothes must have become accidentally ignited – she lived but 26 hours after. This melancholy bereavement is much heightened to the afflicted mother, by the continued absence of the father, who left this Island for California some 3 or 4 years ago.
The Islander – Jan 19, 1855
Died.
At Georgetown, on Tuesday the 16th inst., John Heath, infant son of W.B. Aitken, Esq.On the 10th inst., at Wheatley River, Rustico, Jane, relict of the late Ronald McLeod, aged 69 years. She emigrated to this Island in the year 1806 from Scotland.
On the 14th inst., after a protracted illness, Mary Emantine, third daughter of Mr. William F. Carter, aged 8 years and 10 months.
On the 14th inst., Mr. Nicholas Merry, aged 65 years, formerly of Augustine Cove, Tryon.
The Islander – Jan 26, 1855
Died.
On Sunday, the 14th instant, at Apple Valley, East River, Allan McDonald.On Monday, the 22d instant, after a long illness, Elizabeth, wife of Mr. William Douglas, aged 62 years.
On the 23d ult., after a most severe illness, Jane Elizabeth, eldest daughter of Mr. Henry Hooper, Rustico Road, aged 17 years.
The Islander – Feb 2, 1855
Died.
At St. Andrew’s, on the 20th inst., after a protracted illness of 15 years; which she bore with resignation to the Divine Will, Mary,, the beloved wife of James Farquharson, Esq., aged 62 years, leaving a disconsolate husband, and a distressed family to mourn their irreparable loss. “Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.”At Detroit, of small Pox, on the 30th day of December last, Donald McLeod, youngest son of Mr. Donald McLeod, Stanley River, New London, aged 25 years; much regretted by his friends and all who knew him.
On 20th January, at Cable Head, Lot 41, Sergeant John MacNeil, pensioner, of the late Nova Scotia Regiment of Fencibles, aged 72 years.
On 17th Dec., Margaret Jane, infant daughter of Mr. J. M. Johnson, Trader, of Cumberland Hill, Grand River, aged three weeks.
On the 14th Jan., Isabella Johnson, the beloved wife of Sergeant William Johnson, late of the 42d Royal Highlanders, aged 62 years.
At Kingroad, on the 27th December, on board the Bark Alma, on his way to Bristol, John Thornton, Esq., formerly of Lot 18, on this Island. Mr. Thornton had been ill for some time prior to his leaving the Island, and with his wife and family, were on their way to his friends in England.
The Islander – Feb 9, 1855
Died.
At Ohio, U.S., on the 5th January last, Mr. George Bagnall, aged 76 years – formerly of this Island.The Islander – Feb 16, 1855
Died.
In New York, January 18, 1855, Edward H. Cousins, aged 36 years, eldest son of John and Mary Cousins, and a native of this Island.Suddenly, at Niagara, Canada, on the 25th Nov. last, Mr. William L. Cowan, son of the late Capt. John Cowan, of Prince Edward Island.
At Bedeque, on the 7th inst., John Henderson, sixth son of the Rev. Wesley C. Beals, aged 8 years 5 months and 3 days. He died in great peace, without a struggle, a sigh, or a groan.
On the 7th inst., Mr. John Lowry, Miller, aged 79 years. Deeply regretted.
The Islander – Mar 9, 1855
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Friday, 2d March, Wallace, infant son of Dr. Stratton, R.N. aged four months and nine days.Early on Sunday morning, 4th instant, of disease of the Lungs, James Mabey Cantelo, of this town, aged 32 years.
Suddenly at Newtown, Belfast, on Sunday, the 25th inst., in the 85th year of his age, Mr. George Roberson, formerly of St. James’ Park, County of Suffolk, England, where his benevolence and sympathy for the poor will be long remembered; he emigrated to this Island in the year 1830, he was respected and esteemed by all who knew him. His memory will be long cherished by his family and friends as an affectionate parent and kind father.
At Charlottetown, on Sunday 4th March, William, eldest son of Mr. William Lowe, aged 14 years.
The Islander – Mar 16, 1855
Died.
At South Port, on Wednesday the 14th March, after a lingering illness, Ellen, Wife of Mr. Edward Chandler, aged 52 years.At the Asylum, near Charlottetown, on the 27th December last, Malcolm McKinnon, aged 84 years, a native of Isle of Skye, Scotland.
At Lot 13, on Friday, the 9th inst., after a long and lingering illness, Mr. Archibald Carr, aged about 45 years.
At Tryon, on Saturday, the 10th inst., Mr. Richard Appleton Lea, eldest son of Mr. John Lea, aged 27 years.
The Islander – Mar 23, 1855
Died.
At Lot 16, on the 12th March, in the 30th year of his age, Mr. John Humphreys, from Belfast, Lot 49. The deceased’s long and lingering illness had fortified his mind to meet death with that calmness, fortitude and pious resignation that pointed out that death was stripped of his terror, and that his hopes were placed upon that eternal rest and happiness prepared for those who die in the Lord. He left a wife and four children to lament their sad bereavement.On the 16th February, Matilda, aged 11 months, and on the 20th of the same month, Catherine Effe, aged 3-1/2 years, the daughters of Neil McGinnis, Savage Harbour, Lot 37.
Of cold and exhaustion, while attempting to cross the Straits of Northumberland, on his return from the City of Boston to his native land, James Henry Haszard, third son of James D. Haszard, Esq., aged 18 years. The deceased was a student in the Medical College attached to Harvard University, and gave indications of peculiar talent and aptitude for the line of study he had adopted. To these were joined an unremitting industry in the acquisition of knowledge, and sedulous attention to the required exercises, that, had his life been spared, would have raised him, in all human probability, to great eminence in the profession. (further description of the incident is included in the April 27, 1855 issue)
At St. Eleanor’s, on Monday, the 19th inst., Mr. Daniel Green, of Summerside, an old and respectable inhabitant, aged about 60 years.
At the residence of Mrs. Lang, Tryon, Mr. Benjamin B. Harte, a native of Birmingham, England.
At Rustico, on the 15th inst., Mr. Thomas Blanchard, in the 44th year of his age, leaving a wife and eight children in lamentation.
At Belfast, Cross Roads, on the 17th inst., Mr. Samuel Nicholson, aged 56 years.
The Islander – Mar 30, 1855
Died.
At Indian River, on the 12th inst., Catharine, relict of the late Gilbert Ormsby, Esq., a native of Montserrat, who emigrated to this Island in 1825.At Charlottetown, on Thursday, 22d inst., William O’Rielly, son of James O’Rielly, tavern-keeper.
Feb. 19th, at Dawlish, England, Charles Douglass Smith, Esq., in the 94th year of his age, formerly Lieut. Governor of Prince Edward Island.
At New London, on the 23d instant, Thomas Adams, aged 87 years, a native of Derbyshire, England. For 83 years a resident of New London.
The Islander – Apr 6, 1855
Died.
On the 28th ult., at St. Eleanor’s, Mr. Charles Broad, formerly of Kilkampton, Cornwall, England, aged 37 years.On Tuesday, the 20th inst., Mary, the beloved wife of Mr. Andrew Bell, of Hope River, Cavendish, aged 28 years. Her complaint commenced with inflammation of the ear, extending to the brain, and terminating in effusion. She has left one child and a large circle of relatives and friends to lament her early removal.
At Charlottetown, on Sunday, the 18th March, Henry Goldsworthy, late a Private Soldier in Her Majesty’s Royal Newfoundland Company, aged 53 years.
The Islander – Apr 13, 1855
Died.
At St. Eleanor’s, on Tuesday morning, the 27th March, Alexander Bannerman, infant son of Hugh Carr, Esq., aged 9 months.At Lot 17, on Thursday, the 5th inst., after a long and lingering illness, William Schurman, Esq., High Sheriff of Prince County, in the 64th year of his age. He was highly respected and esteemed both in public and private life. Mr. S. was a native of the Island, his parents were Loyalists from one of the now United States of America.
On Saturday, the 7th inst., at his residence in Charlottetown Royalty, after a lingering illness, Captain John William James, aged 67, a native of Cumberland, G.B.
At Lot 48, on Monday the 2nd ult., Mr. John McEachern, formerly of Mull, Scotland, in the 77th year of his age; his end was peace.
Melancholy Accident – On Friday last, William Yonker, son of Mr. William Yonker, went fishing on E. Crabbe’s Milldam, with some other persons, when he unfortunately fell in and was drowned. In endeavouring to save him, several persons nearly lost their lives.
The Islander – Apr 20, 1855
Died.
At Lot 44, April 1st, Nancy Campbell, in the 29th year of her age.On the 7th ult., at Rotchell, near Dumfries, Scotland, David McGill, Esq., aged 63 years, most sincerely and deeply lamented by his family and friends. The above gentleman was a brother of John McGill, Esq., and resided for some years in this town.
At Lot 11, on the 2nd inst., at the residence of her son-in-law, Mrs. Mary Donavan, formerly of Lot 49, in the 65th year of her age, after a painful illness of 11 weeks.
The Islander – May 4, 1855
Died.
At Charlottetown, on the 30th ult., Ann, the beloved wife of Mr. Thomas Pleadwell, aged 53 years. She lived a life of earnest and consistent piety, and died reposing on the merits of her Redeemer, and rejoicing in hope of a blissful immortality.At Bay Fortune, on Thursday the 26th ult., of apoplexy, in the 73rd year of her age, Catharine, the beloved wife of Valentine Needham.
The Islander – May 11, 1855
Died.
On the 20th April last, at his residence, Ponsonby Parsonage, Cumberland, aged 77 years, Samson Senhouse, Esq., eldest brother of Mrs. Barrow, of this Town.The Islander – May 18, 1855
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Sunday morning, dearly beloved and deeply regretted, after a lingering illness, which he bore with fortitude and resignation, Mr. Nathaniel Charlton, age 21 years.A child, under 2 years of age, son of Mr. John Beer, of Charlottetown Royalty, was drowned on Monday last, by falling into a well.
The Islander – May 25, 1855
Died.
At Port Hill, April 28th, at the advanced age of 88, Mrs. Susannah Birch. She was a native of Wicklow, Ireland, and emigrated to this Island in 1817, with her family.On the 8th inst., Millicent Castell, the beloved wife of W. Hodges, Esq., Rustico, aged 51 years.
The Islander – Jun 1, 1855
Died.
On the 28th of April last, at Fethard, County Wexford, Ireland, whither he had gone for the benefit of his health, Mr. Martin Dogherty, of this Island, aged 65 years, sincerely and deservedly regretted.At Bedeque on Wednesday last after a lingering illness of 13 months, which he bore with Christian fortitude, Mr. James McMurdo, Farmer, aged 55 years. He emigrated to this Island 31 years since, from Dumfriesshire, Scotland.
The Islander – Jun 15, 1855
Died.
At Dalhousie, on the morning of Saturday, the 25th ult., aged 57 years, Anne, wife of Hugh Montgomery, Esq., long known, and highly respected in the County of Restigouche. – Miramichi Gleaner.
Mrs. Montgomery was a native of this Island, and daughter of the late Mr. Arthur Owen, of Princetown, and has left a large number of relatives to mourn her loss.At Bell Creek, Lot 62, on Thursday, the 7th inst., after two weeks illness, in the 31 years of her age, Margaret, the only daughter of Mr. J. McDonald, Merchant, formerly of the Scotch Settlement, Bedeque Road.
On the 4th of June, Mrs. Stewart, the beloved wife of Deacon Peter Stewart, of New Perth, in the 51st year of her age. Throughout her long and severe affliction, she exhibited the submission and the fortitude of a Christian, and under all circumstances exercised complete resignation to the will of God, and great patience under suffering. She lived a Christian and cheerfully yielded up her spirit into the hands of a kind Saviour, whose love she treasured – whose word was her unfailing fountain of strong consolation – and to whose glorious advent she looked forward with exulting triumph.
The Islander – Jun 22, 1855
Died.
On Saturday, the 16th, of consumption, Anna Isabel, eldest daughter of the Rev. John McMurray, calmly relying upon the merits of her Saviour, aged 15 years.
“The fairest flowers are oft the first removed,
To flourish in the skies.”At Three Rivers, on the 7th inst., Mrs. Emma Clark, the wife of Johnston Clark, leaving nine or ten children to lament the loss of a kind Mother.
The Islander – Jun 29, 1855
Died.
At Bedeque, on Tuesday --- inst., James Bagnall, Esq., aged 71 years. The deceased was for many years King’s Printer in this Island, and for some time a member of the House of Assembly. He was also Major of the Militia, to which service he was partial, and was an efficient and useful officer, being several times called into active duty.On Thursday, the 30th of May last, Agnes, second daughter of Mr. John McPhee, of Black Bush, Lot 44, after three weeks illness, aged eleven years and five months.
At the Lunatic Asylum, on the 25th of June, 1855, Ann Rowe, a native of Devonshire, England, aged 54 years.
At North Creek, Charlottetown Royalty, on Friday last, Mrs. Worth, wife of Mr. William Worth, aged 71 years.
At Lot 19, Prince County, on the 12th June, Mr. James Hillson, in the 69th year of his age. He was a native of Plymouth, Devonshire, and has left a wife and six small children to mourn the loss of a kind husband and indulgent father.
On Tuesday evening last, the 26th inst., after a protracted illness, borne with great fortitude and resignation, Margaret Jane, the beloved wife of Capt. Alex. Thompson, Queen Street, aged 34 years.
On Thursday, the 27th instant, John Alexander, son of Mr. John McMullin, Georgetown Road, aged four years, after a lingering illness of four months.
The Islander – Jul 6, 1855
Died.
On Friday 22d June, at Argyle Shore, Lot 30, Dugald, second son of Mr. Murdoch Campbell, in the 23d year of his age. His pious and amiable character secured for him the love and esteem of all who knew him, parting with them in the full assurance of entering into the joy of his Lord.At Tignish, on Tuesday, the 26th ult., of consumption, Mr. Charles Donahoe, aged 35 years. The deceased was a native of Gosport, England and emigrated to Miramichi in 1836, and from thence to this Island, about five years since.
The Islander – Jul 13, 1855
Died.
On Thursday the 5th inst., James, eldest son of William Needham, aged 6 years and 6 months.At Bedeque, on the 31st May, John Lemuel, eldest son of Mr. John Cruiz, in the fifth year of his age.
The Islander – Aug 10, 1855
Died.
On Wednesday night, Mary Elizabeth, youngest daughter of John Ross, Music Master, aged 18 months.On Monday last, Jonathan, aged 19 months, and on Wednesday last, Donald, aged 8 days, children of Mr. Donald McLeod, of this city.
The Islander – Aug 17, 1855
Died.
On the 10th instant, at Elliot River, Lot 65, Isabella, the beloved wife of Mr. D. Lamont, after a pinful illness in child bed, in the 39th year of her age, Her end was peace.On Thursday, the 8th inst., at Vernon River, after a long illness, Mr. Ronald McDonald, in the 46th year of his age.
On Sunday last, Jeffrey Burke, for many years a resident in this Island.
At Dog River, on Friday evening, the 10th instant, Colin McPhail, after a lingering disease of two years, which he bore with resignation to the Divine Will, aged 28 years. (Poem follows)
At Charlottetown, on the 16th instant, after a lingering illness, Mr. Thomas Jacques, for many years Broker in the Excise Office, aged about 58 years.
The Islander – Aug 24, 1855
Died.
On the 19th inst., at his residence, Brackley Point Road, Mr. William Stewart, late Sergeant 1st Battalion Rifle Brigade and Royal Newfoundland Companies, aged 47 years. His end was peace.In Australia, about the end of March last, of Brain Fever, after a severe illness of only two days, Mr. Charles H. Parkins, Printer, formerly of this Island, aged 27 years.
At Charlottetown, on Thursday, August 23, Frederick, infant son of Mr. W.D. Tanton.
At Charlottetown, on Thursday, August 23, at half past four, Frederick Charles, youngest son of Heyman J.P. Terlizzick, aged 11 months and ten days.
At Big Bush, Lot 41, on Saturday, the 14th July last, after a lingering illness, which she bore with Christian fortitude to the Divine Will, the beloved wife of Mr. John McPhee, in the 38th year of her age.
The Islander – Sep 14, 1855
Died.
At the Lunatic Asylum, on the 7th September, James Mahony, aged 45 years, a native of Cork, Ireland.The Islander – Sep 21, 1855
Died.
On the 22d August, at Kensington, near London, Louisa Margaretta, the beloved wife of the Hon. Charles Hensley.At the family residence, on Sunday, the 9th instant, in the 53d year of her age, much lamented by her surviving friends, Mary, the beloved wife of Mr. Thomas Morris, of South Wiltshire, formerly of Bideford, Devon, England. Early in life the deceased connected herself with the Wesleyan body as a section of the Church militant, of which she remained a consistent member till summoned by death to participate in the blessings and glory of the Church triumphant. Her religion did not consist in outward form, or a mere nominal profession, but I the renewal of the heart, whereby she was enabled to reckon herself dead unto sin, but alive unto God through faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. “She is not dead but sleepeth.”
The Islander – Sep 28, 1855
Died.
On Saturday, the 22d inst., Mrs. Charlotte Dawson relict of the late Mr. John Dawson, Cottage Tavern, St. Peter’s Road, aged 70 years. The decease of this old, much esteemed and extremely obliging, hostess will be long regretted by the numerous friends and acquaintances she possessed in every part of the Island.The Islander – Oct 5, 1855
Died.
Off East Point, on the 27th September, on board the American Schr. Miranda, Mr. Charles Dears, a native of Porto Rico, aged 24 years. The deceased was buried at St. Columba Catholic Burial Ground, East Point.At Princetown Royalty, on Monday, 1st October, after an illness of nearly two years, Lauchlin McKendrie, aged 78 years.
At Cascumpec, on the 24th September, Mr. James Wells, in the 60th year of his age. He was a native of Dumfriese, Scotland, and emigrated to this Colony in the year 1820. As a man, he was esteemed by all who knew him; and as a Christian, he always endeavoured to maintain a deportment becoming his profession. His illness, though lingering and protracted, was borne with much meekness and resignation to the Divine Will.
The Islander – Oct 12, 1855
Died.
At the residence of Mr. John B. Howell, Georgetown, on the 20th September, of a diseased liver, Mr. Patrick Berrigan, aged 42 years; beloved by all who knew him, leaving a wife and six small children to (unreadable) their irreparable loss. The deceased was a native of the County Kilkenny, Ireland, and emigrated to this Country in the year 1833.At New Orleans on the 11th ultimo, of Yellow Fever, Mr. James S. Long, in the 33d year of his age, eldest son of James Long, Esq., of Cocaigue, N.B.
On the 19th inst., Blanche Maud, infant daughter of Mr. Frederick W. Hughes, aged six months.
The Islander – Oct 19, 1855
Died.
At Stanhope, on the 12th October after a severe burn by her clothes catching fire, from which she lingered 14 hours, Janet Brodie, widow of the late Peter Brodie, aged 76 years, a native of Glasgow, B.B. Her end was peace.The Islander – Oct 26, 1855
Died.
On Saturday, 7th inst., at Miminegash, Mr. George Kelly, aged 62 years.At the same place, o the 15th inst., William, eldest son of Mr. Richard Costin, aged 10 years.
At Egmont Bay, on Friday last, the 19th instant, after a few hours illness, Capt. Archd. McMillan, aged --- years. The deceased was a strong healthy man, and retired to rest on Thursday night apparently quite well, and had only been in bed a few hours when he was attacked with a sort of cholera, which terminated his existence at noon next day.
On Sunday evening, the 14th inst., at Tracadie, Jane, relict of the late Mr. Vincent Bell, aged 76. The deceased was a native of Yorkshire, and emigrated to this Island about 38 years ago. Her end was peace.
The Islander – Nov 2, 1855
Died.
On Tuesday night last, the 30th ult., after a few hours illness, Mary, wife of Mr. James Kelly, Lot 48, aged 69 years.On the 16th Oct., Mr. Alexander Campbell, Princetown Road, aged 80 years, much lamented by all who knew him. He was a native of Isle of Skye, Scotland, and emigrated to this Island in 1839. His end was peace.
At North Rustico, on Tuesday the 23d, Oct., Christy, the beloved wife of Mr. David Houston, aged 25 years.
On the 24th September, at Down, England, suddenly, Lady Campbell, widow of the late Sir Donald Campbell.
The Islander – Nov 9, 1855
Died.
At Little Sands, on 21st Oct., John, only child of Mr. Charles McDonald, aged 13 months and 14 days.At Lot 49, on the 16th ultimo, Margaret, relict of the late Mr. G. Jenkins, aged 67 years, much regretted by her numerous friends and acquaintances.
The Islander – Nov 16, 1855
Died.
At New Perth, on Thursday, the 8th inst., Catharine, the beloved daughter of Mr. James McDonald, aged 5 years and 10 months. The deceased came to her death by her clothes accidentally taking fire; her father being in an adjoining building heard her screams, ran to her assistance, and succeeded in putting out the fire, but not until she had been badly burned. She only survived twelve hours.At Brooklyn, New York, on Sunday night, the 28th of Oct., of disease of the brain, Caroline Isabella, only child of Allan Morrison, Esq., aged 13 months, and granddaughter of Mr. William Sinclair, formerly of Halifax, N.S.
The Islander – Nov 23, 1855
Died.
At St. Andrew’s, on the 3d November, after a short illness, Mr. Norman McPhee, aged 63 years.The Islander – Dec 7, 1855
Died.
Suddenly, on Wednesday last, at Mr. Angus McDonald’s Scotch Fort, Mr. Frederick Davison, aged 24 years.At Covehead, on the 25th November, after a long and painful illness, which he bore with Christian fortitude, Mr. Peter Higgins, aged 66, leaving a Widow and family to mourn their irreparable loss.
At Charlottetown, on the 1st Dec. Isaac, seventh Son of Mr. Nathan Wright, aged 36.
The Islander – Dec 14, 1855
Died.
On Saturday evening, the 8th December, Elizabeth, the beloved wife of Mr. William Smardon, aged 46 years. She was a native of Devon, England.At Lot 49, on Thursday the 6th December, Mr. John Buchanan, aged 39 years.
At rustic, on the 9th instant, Fabian Gallant, aged 89; and on the 13th inst., Marie, relict of the late M. Doucet, aged 93.
The Islander – Dec 21, 1855
Died.
On Sunday morning, 16th instant, in the 17th year of her age, Elizabeth Frances, second daughter of Mr. Thomas Dawson, of this City.Capt. John Webster, of the Schr. St. Croix, from Halifax, for this Port, was knocked overboard by the Jib Sheet, and drowned, while beating into Lennox Passage, on Thursday morning last.
At New London, on the 7th inst,. Janet, the beloved consort of Donald McKay, Teacher of the Granville School. She expired in the triumph of faith, leaving a numerous family, and a large circle of relatives to mourn her loss.
At Orwell, on Sunday, the 9th of December inst., Mary, eldest daughter of Mr. Auselin McDougall, in the 25th year of her age.
The Islander – Dec 28, 1855
Died.
At St. Helier’s, Jersey, of consumption, on the 4th December, instant, aged 33, Harriet Elizabeth Sarah, wife of Francis C. Colquhoun, Esq., Commissariat Department, and eldest daughter of the Hon. George R. Goodman, late controller of Her Majesty’s Customs, P.E. Island.On board the brigt. Mary, James Dobbie, master, on her passage from St. Jago de Cuba to Halifax, Mr. Joseph Williams, seaman, aged 24 years, a native of Bristol. His relatives live in P.E. Island.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1856
Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1856. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.
The Islander – Jan 4, 1856Died.
At London, England, November 17th, George, son of Mr. John Pippy, formerly of this town, aged 17 years.On the 25th ultimo, at Lot 13, near Port Hill, Mr. William Ellis, sen., an old and respected inhabitant of that place, aged about 80 years.
At Lot 11, on the 24th December last, Martha, youngest daughter of the Hon. James Warburton, Colonial Treasurer, aged 8 years.
At Boston, Mass., on the 16th December, after a severe illness of two weeks, Matilda, fourth daughter of Mr. Neil McCallum, of Brackley Point, P.E.I., aged 19 years; and deeply regretted by a large circle of friends and acquaintances.
At Bedeque, on Christmas Day, after a lingering illness, which he bore with Christian fortitude, Mr. Caleb Schurman, in the 74th year of his age, leaving a large circle of relatives and friends to lament their loss.
The Islander – Jan 18, 1856
Died.
At Covehead, on the 2d inst., Mr. John Miller, in the 74th year of his age. Few men have lived more beloved and died more regretted.At Crapaud, on Friday night, the 11th inst., after a long illness, Isabella, wife of Capt. Robert Turnbull, aged 74 years.
The Islander – Jan 25, 1856
Died.
On the 14th instant, at De Sable, Margaret McKenzie, daughter of Mr. Colin Holm, in the fourteenth year of her age, in the full assurance of faith in Christ as her only Saviour.At Charlottetown, on Monday the 21st instant, aged 32 years, Mr. John Ross, Clerk Assistant of the House of Assembly, deeply regretted, leaving a wife and four children to lament his loss. His end was peace.
At Saintfield, County Down, Ireland, on the 21st December, Mrs. Ann Bell, aged 84 years, mother of Mr. Robert Bell, of this city.
On Thursday, 27th December, after a lingering and painful illness, which he bore with Christian fortitude and submission to the Divine Will, Mr. Jams Hart, of Wilmot Creek, Bedeque, in the 75th year of his age.
At St. Eleanor’s, on Monday the 14th instant, after a long illness, Mr. Allan Howat, Trader.
At Richmond Village, Lot 19, on the 20th instant, after an illness of some months, Mr. Robinson, Mason, formerly of Tignish, aged about 62 years, leaving a wife and two infants.
At Brackley Point, on Tuesday, the 15th instant, Mrs. Sarah McMullin, relict of the late Laughlin McMullan, aged 101 years. She was a native of Argylshire, Scotland, and emigrated to this Island in 1806.
The Islander – Feb 1, 1856
Died.
On Saturday last, at Tryon, much regretted by is numerous friends and acquaintances, Philip Morris Callbeck, Esq., aged 84 years. Mr. Callbeck was for many years the senior Magistrate for Prince County, and has always sustained a character for probity and kindness of disposition.ON the 20th December, at Scuiarie, near Constantinople, where he was stationed, James Inglis Cochran, Esq., of the Commissariat Staff, after an illness of fifteen days, of inflammation of the lungs, in the 24th year of his age, third son of the Rev. J.C. Cochran, Halifax.
At Kildare, o the 1st instant, Mr. Moses Foley, aged 74 years.
On the 21st inst., Mrs. Phoebe Crabb, of the Princetown Road, (9 miles) aged 77 years.
At the Lunatic Asylum, on Wednesday the 22d inst., Edward McCann, a native of Armagh, Ireland, aged 66 years.
The Islander – Feb 8, 1856
Died.
Of Bilious Fever, and Congestion of the brain, at Corunna, Canada West, on the 1st day of November last, aged 10 years and 6 months, Helen, and on the 8th day of December, Margaret Jane, aged 8 years 3 months, third and 4th daughters of Mr. John Townsend McNeill, formerly of Cavendish, P.E. Island.Jan 4, at his residence, Lot 49, Mr. Thomas Wetherbe, aged 63 years 6 months.
The Islander – Feb 15, 1856
Died.
On the 9th inst., suddenly, at Mr. Henry Shenicks, on the Rustico Road, Mr. Allen McKinnon, son of Mr. Finlay McKinnon, North river, aged 51 years.At Cape Traverse, on the 6th inst., W.B. Dean, son of Lewis Muttart, aged five years.
The Islander – Feb 22, 1856
Died.
On Monday morning last, at her residence in Prince street, after an illness of three weeks, Jane, the beloved wife of Mr. Isaac Smith. By this sad event her sorrowing husband has lost a devoted and affectionate wife; and her bereaved sons and daughters, a mother indeed. She died in the Lord.On Saturday, the 16th inst., from the effects of a severe, cold taken about two months since, while in the discharge of his public duties, Mr. Napoleon LePage, in the 54th year of his age. Mr. LePage was a useful member of society, his close attention to business, his strict honesty and impartiality at all times, both in public, and private life, gained for him the confidence and esteem of the community..
On Friday the 8th inst., after a lingering disease, Mr. William Burrows, of New South Wiltshire Settlement, much and deservedly esteemed by all that knew him. His end was peace.
At the Lunatic Asylum, on Monday the 11th inst., Mrs. Mary Morrison, aged 70 years, a native of Devonshire, England.
At Lot 16, on the 31st ult., after a lingering illness, Janet Forbes, aged 88 years, she was a native of Cantyre, Argyleshire, Scotland, and emigrated to this Island in 1770.
In the Lord, at East Point, on Saturday last, Margaret, the beloved wife of Mr. William Rose, in the 23d year of her age. The deceased was a young woman of very amiable character, and endeared by her many virtues to a large circle of relatives and friends who mourn her loss.
The Islander – Feb 29, 1856
Died.
At Rustico, on Saturday the 16th , after a long and painful illness, which she bore with Christian resignation, to the Divine Will, Ann, the beloved wife of Mr. John Clark, in the 54th year of her age.At Portage, Belfast, on Wednesday the 6th inst., after a severe but short illness, of five days, Mr. Thos. McWilliams, sen., blacksmith, aged 59 years.
On Friday last, at Vernon River, much regretted by his numerous friends and acquaintances, Mr. James Hayden, sen., aged 71 years.
At Lot 4, Cascumpec, on the 17th inst., after an illness of nine weeks Mr. James Hardy, aged 61 years and eleven months, leaving a wife and eleven children to mourn his loss. He was one of the oldest inhabitants of Cascumpec, and was as a neighbor much esteemed for his obliging disposition.
At Sacramento City, California, on the 7th ult., after a protracted illness, Eliza Jane, beloved wife of Mr. Richard Palmer, and youngest daughter of John Trenaman, Esq. of this City, aged 24 years.
The Islander – Mar 7, 1856
Died.
At Green Valley Mills, Anderson’s Road, Lot 67, on Saturday, the 1st inst., Alexander Dixon, Esq., In the 39th year of his age, in the full assurance of a glorious immortality, highly respected by his numerous neighbours and acquaintances for his many amiable qualities. His memory will be long respected in the neighbourhood in which he lived. He was a kind husband and indulgent father.At Sacramento, on the 6th of Januray, of congestion of the brain, Emily Estelle, only child of the late Edward J. Feeney, Esq., of that city, aged 14 months.
At Rustico, on Saturday, the 16th, after a long and painful illness, which she bore with Christian resignation to the Divine Will, Ann, the beloved wife of Mr. John Clark, in the 54th year of her age.
On Monday, the 3d instant, at Hazel Grove, in Queen’s County, after a lingering illness of many years, which she bore with Christian fortitude, Elizabeth Ann, the beloved wife of Richard Bagnall, Esq., aged 66. The deceased has left a numerous circle of friends and relations to mourn the loss of one exemplary in all the relations of life.
At Lot 11, on Friday the 23d ultimo, after a brief but painful illness, Flora, the beloved wife of Mr. Archibald Ramsay, much regretted by all who knew her.
The Islander – Mar 14, 1856
Died.
At Thamesford, Canada West, on the 25th Jan., Rev. N. Bethune, formerly of Murray Harbour, Prince Edward Island.On Friday morning, after a short but severe illness, fully resigned to the Divine Will, Elizabeth Smith, the beloved wife of Mr. L.H. Waterhouse, in the 43d year of her age, leaving a husband and two children, with a large circle of relatives and friends, to deplore their loss. – St. John, N.B., Courier, March 10.
(The deceased Lady was a sister to Mrs. F. Longworth and Mrs. Yates, of this City)On the 25th Feb., at Dover, Diana Felicite, eldest daughter of General Sir J.H. Littler, G.C.B., of Bigadon, Devon.
The Islander – Mar 21, 1856
Died.
On the 17th March, at Haydenville, in sure and certain hope of the resurrection to eternal life, Jane, wife of Mr. Alexander Hayden, aged 63 years. Her loss will be greatly felt and deeply deplored by her bereaved husband and their numerous family, but “the memory of the just is blessed.”On the 19th ult., at Bigadon House, near Totnes, England, Lieut. General sir J. Hunter Littler, G.C.B., H.E.I.C.S.
The Islander – Mar 28, 1856
Died.
On board the ship “Josephus,” at the mouth of the River Hongley, near Calcutta, on the 2d October last, on his way to England, in the 30th year of his age, Frederick Sydney De Vere Lane, Esq., late Captain of H.M. 81st Regt., second son of the late Honorable Ambrose Lane Town Major at P.E. Island.On the 20th instant, at Rollow Bay, of a short but severe illness, which she bore with Christian resignation, Mary Ann, the beloved wife of Mr. James Burk, aged 30 years. Her end was peace. The deceased leaves a beloved husband and three children, together with a large circle of friends and relations to mourn their loss.
At Big Cape, on Thursday last, in the 47th year of his age, Ronald Ben McDonald, deservedly regretted by all that knew him. He was a useful member of society, and his stern, honest and impartial conduct gained for him the confidence and esteem of the community to which he belonged. His end was peace.
On the 23d inst., after a short illness, Daniel Dogherty, infant son of Mr. Alexander McNeill. Teacher, Mount Mellick aged fifteen months.
At New Perth, on Thursday last, Mr. William McDonald, in the 42d year of his age. The deceased was a young man of great promise of high character and of exemplary life. He was intelligent and obliging, and endeared to a large circle of relatives and friends by his amiable disposition, agreeable manners, and sterling virtues. In his sickness he enjoyed the consolations of the blessed Gospel of which he was a constant professor, and he die in the assured hope of a resurrection to glory at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. His funeral sermon was preached by his pastor, the Rev. John Knox, in Brudenell Chapel, to a large and deeply affected assembly, from Luke XII 40 – “Be ye therefore ready also, for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of Man cometh.”
The Islander – Apr 4, 1856
Died.
Suddenly, on the 28th ult., at New Wiltshire settlement, Anderson’s Road, at the residence of his son, Mr. John Easter, age 70 years.On Monday, the 24th March, at his residence, St. Peter’s, James Anderson, Esq., in the 82nd year of his age. The deceased was the senior Magistrate of King’s County and Major in the 2d King’s County Regiment of Militia.
The Islander – Apr 11, 1856
Died.
At Park Corner, on Saturday the 5th instant,, Ann, the beloved consort of the Hon. Donald Montgomery, aged 47 years. She was an affectionate wife, a kind mother, a sympathizing friend, and as such her loss will be deeply felt; but the memory of the just is blessed.On Saturday evening last, at 8 o’clock, after an illness of four weeks, Mr. Benjamin Webster, of this City, aged 68 years.
At Bedeque, on Tuesday the 1st April, after a lingering illness which he bore with Christian fortitude to the Divine Will, Mr. David Schurman, aged 50 years, leaving a large circle of relative to mourn their loss.
The Islander – Apr 18, 1856
Died.
On the 6th April, of Pulmonary Consumption, Thomas McEwen, Campbelton, New London. The deceased from his amiable disposition was beloved by all his companions, and acquaintances; whilst in his last days his religious experience drew around him the special regards of the followers of Christ, and shed the luster of a cheering hope over his death. He fell asleep in Jesus.On Thursday, 10th April, at his residence De Sable, Mr. Alex. McQuarry, aged 54 years.
At Bay Fortune, on the 11th inst., after a lingering illness of three years and six months, deeply regretted by a large circle of relatives and friends, Phoebe Jane, third daughter of Mr. John Aitken, aged 18 years.
At Cape Traverse, on the 11th instant, after a short illness, William Clark, in the 97th year of his age. The deceased was the second child born on this Island of British parents, his parents having arrived here from Canada immediately after the surrender of Quebec to the British; he saw the Island, as it were, emerge from obscurity, and watched its improvement till it has attained its present flourishing condition, and had to encounter with others all the hardships, difficulties and privations peculiar to new colonists, and to which the first inhabitants of this Island were subjected; he, however, by strict honesty and persevering industry, obtained a respectable livelihood, and had to spare; his hospitality and benevolence were known to the traveler and the needy. He has seen his children, grand-children and great-grand-children advance to manhood, and now he is laid in the silent tomb, much and deservedly regretted by a large circle of relatives, and by all who had the pleasure of his acquaintance. His end was peace. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.
The Islander – May 2, 1856
Died.
At the Lunatic Asylum, on Friday the 18th inst., Michael Grady, aged 39 years, a native of this City.At New London, on the 17th inst., Elizabeth Charlotte, aged 14 years and 3 months, second daughter of John McKie, Esq., of that place.
The Islander – May 9, 1856
Died.
At the residence, Albion Farm, Three Rivers, on the 6th inst., Mr. George Aitkens, aged 51 years, after a long and protracted illness which he indured with Christian fortitude and calm resignation.On Friday, 25th ult., at he residence of Rev. Doctor Twining, Catherine McKenna, in the 18th year of her age, a native of P.E. Island.
The Islander – May 16, 1856
Died.
On the 16th March, at the Windmill, near Ramsey, Isle of Man, John Monk, Esq., aged 63 years, a gentleman deservedly respected by all who knew him. Mr. Monk resided in this Island many years ago.The Islander – May 23, 1856
Died.
At Woodley Grove, Lot 61 on the 2d instant, after a lingering and protracted illness, which she bore with the utmost fortitude and resignation to the Divine Will, Mrs. Lewellin, wife of John L. Lewellin, Esq., in the 76th year of her age. The deceased lady during a long life was distinguished by all those virtues and graces that adorn the Christian character. In her the poor and distressed ever found a friend, physician and councilor, while her unostentatious benevolence and amiable disposition endeared her to all who had the pleasure of her acquaintance. She has left a blank in the community where she resided for so many years with honor to herself; that will not easily be filled up. To her venerable and bereaved partner her loss is irreparable; while among a large and extensive circle of friends and acquaintances, she will be long and affectionately remembered. Her end was peace.At Rustico, on Friday the 16th instant, Miss Matilda Robinson, aged 55 years.
At Summerside, on Monday, 12th May, at the advanced age of 76 years, after a long and tedious illness of nine years, borne with exemplary resignation and patience, Mr. George Green, an old inhabitant highly respected and esteemed. Mr. Green was born in New York, 13th Nov 1780, and emigrated to this Island in 1783.
On the 8th May, at Lot 49, after a painful illness, which he bore with Christian patience, Mr. Michael Hoynes, in the 67 year of his age. The deceased was a native of Ireland.
The Islander – Jun 6, 1856
Died.
At Black Bush, Lot 45, on the 29th May, after a lingering illness, which he bore with Christian fortitude, Mr. Neil Macaulay, in the 76th year of his age.At Big Pond, Lot 45, on the 29th May, Magdalene, the beloved wife of Mr. Athanasius McCormack, aged 27 years. The many amiable qualities of the deceased had so endeared her to her neighbours that her memory will long be cherished by them.
In this City, on Friday, the 30th ult., suddenly, Mary Eliza, only daughter of the late Lawrence W. Gall, Esq., aged 6 years and 5 months.
The Islander – Jun 13, 1856
Died.
At Charlottetown, on the 8th inst., Eliza, fourth daughter of the late Thomas Hodgson, aged 19 years.
Her end was peace.At Montague River, on 20th May, after a severe illness of ten days, Mr. Duncan Robertson, aged 64 years.
At Charlottetown, on the 6th instant, after a brief illness, which she bore with truly Christian fortitude and meekness, Miss Marie G.D. Saint Pierre, aged 65 years; 18 years a resident in P.E. Island, and a native of Quebec. Her remains were accompanied to their final resting place on Sunday last by a respectable concourse of citizens. Requiescat in Pace.
The Islander – Jun 20, 1856
Died.
At Black Bush, Lot 45, on the 29th May last, after an illness of nine months, which he bore with Christian fortitude, Neil Macaulay, in the 76th year of his age.At Charlottetown, on the 15th inst., Mrs. Ellen Conran, in the 50th year of her age. Deeply regretted by all who knew her.
The Islander – Jun 27, 1856
Died.
At Cardigan River, Lot 41, on Tuesday the 10th inst., suddenly, of Paralysis, Mr. John Steele, aged 41 years, leaving a disconsolate widow and nine young children to mourn their untimely loss. Requiescat in peace.At East Point, on the 27th of May, Mr. George Munn expired in the 78th year of his age. His end was peace.
At Northam, Lot 13, Mr. Neil McLean, District Teacher, aged 45 years, leaving a widow and orphans to lament their loss. His end was peace.
The Islander – Jul 4, 1856
Died.
Suddenly, at Darnley, on Saturday night, the 21st inst., George Thomson, Esq., in the 68th year of his age.The Islander – Jul 11, 1856
Died.
Suddenly at Charlottetown, on Sunday, July 6, The Honorable James Heron Conroy, M.D., aged 50 years, a native of County Wexford, Ireland. The deceased was a valuable member of society, and endeared himself by his kind and amiable disposition to all who had the pleasure of his acquaintance. His loss will long be felt and mourned by all classes of this community.At St. Eleanor’s, on Sunday, the 6th instant, after a protracted illness, borne with exemplary meekness and resignation, Mary Eliza, fifth daughter of William Underhay, Esq., High Sheriff of King’s County, aged 19 years. She was on a visit for the benefit of her health, to some of her friends at St. Eleanor’s, when death terminated the sufferings of one whose many virtues and amiable qualities rendered her an especial favorite with, and will endear her memory to, a large circle of acquaintances.
The Islander – Jul 18, 1856
Died.
On the 5th suddenly at New Glasgow, Murdoch McDonald, formerly of Isle of Skye, Scotland, aged 78.At the Lunatic Asylum, on the 8th July, Ann Nicholson, aged 90 years, a native of Scotland, and a resident of Belfast for many years.
At Melrose, Mass., on the 21st ult., Mary Jane Bell, aged 22 years, youngest sister of Mr. John Holman, Butcher, of this city, much esteemed and regretted.
At Indian River, on the second of July inst., Catherine, the beloved wife of Angus McLellan, in the 37th year of her age, leaving a helpless family and a large circle of friends to mourn her loss. Requiescant in pace.
The Islander – Jul 25, 1856
Died.
On the 17th July, after an illness of three months, Philip Cahill, second son of Mr. James Cahill, Blacksmith, aged 17 years and 7 months.On board the bark General Williams during her passage from Charlottetown, P.E. Island, to Wallace, N.S., Mr. W--- Hawkins, shipmaster, aged 44 years, leaving a widow and four children in this city to mourn the loss of a kind father and affectionate husband.
The Islander – Aug 1, 1856
Died.
At Murray Harbour, on Saturday the 19th instant, in the 21st year of her age, Barbara, the beloved wife of David Reid, Esq., merchant, Murray Harbour; and fourth daughter of Mr. John Mackay of Gaspereaux. A young and tender husband is thus bereaved of an amiable, dutiful and affectionate wife; doting parents mourn the loss of a devoted and dutiful daughter, and a large circle of sympathizing acquaintances that of a trust-worth and steadfast friend. She bore her most painful illness with exemplary fortitude, and yielded herself to the will of an over ruling Providence with meekness and resignation. But three months ago she was greeted a gay and happy (unreadable) the past was full of pleasing remembrances and the future bright with hope, but now her spirit has returned to God who gave it and her mortal remains sleep with the “clods of the valley.”On the 9th of June, at Hatton Garden, London, the Rev. James McIntosh, formerly of St. James’ Church, Charlottetown.
The Islander – Aug 8, 1856
Died.
Suddenly, at Charlottetown, on the 5th inst., Capt. John Anderson, Master of the Schr. Mary Ann, aged 48 years.At Charlottetown, on the 5th inst., after a severe illness, Jane, eldest daughter of Mr. Christopher Smith, Merchant, aged 11 years and two months.
The Islander- Aug 15, 1856
Died.
At the North River, on the 8th inst., after a long and painful illness, which she bore with patience and resignation, Mrs. Elizabeth Malone, aged 57, much and deservedly regretted by her friends and acquaintances.The Islander – Aug 22, 1856
Died.
At the Lunatic Asylum, on Wednesday, the 13th instant, Johnston Cuisick, aged 39 years, a native of the County of Tyrone, Ireland, formerly a private soldier in the 76th Regt. of Foot.Suicide – On Sunday 10th instant, Mr. Ellis Mullineux, Anderson’s Road, attended afternoon service at the School house, near his own residence; after which he returned home, apparently right in mind and body. Taking a pipe, he lay down on the bed; after a while his wife requested him to do something while she prepared tea; he took the cart reins from the wall, and telling her that he would first lengthen the tether of the horse, which was grazing in the field, he left the house. Mrs. Mullineux set about getting tea, which being ready, and her husband still out, she went to seek him. On going out, she saw the stable door, which had been open all day, closed, and going up to it, found it was fastened from the inside; this door she forced open; from the stable, a door led to the barn, which was also barricaded from the inside; forcing this, and looking about, she discovered her husband’s feet on the loft floor; and going up stairs, beheld the lifeless body, suspended from a rafter, by the reins which he had taken from the house.. From the manner in which the body was discovered, death must have been caused by voluntary strangulation; as, from the noose to the floor, the space not being over four feet, death might have been averted at any period up to the fatal moment. No cause can be assigned for the melancholy event, he being in good health and easy circumstances. Mr. Mullineux was much esteemed, and has left a large and helpless family.
The Islander – Aug 29, 1856
Died.
At China Point, on Sunday the 24th instant, in the 82d year of his age, Lieut. Colonel John Nelson, commandant of the 2d Regt. Queen’s County Militia.The Islander – Sep 5, 1856
Died.
At Cascumpeque, on Friday, 22d August, of Dysentry, Susan Gertrude, youngest daughter of Mr. S. Davidson¸aged 18 months and 17 days.At Charlottetown, on the 3d instant, John James, infant son of Mr. Henry J. Callbeck, aged 5 months.
On Tuesday, the 21 instant, at the Union Road, Mr. James Witter, formerly of this City, aged 94 years.
The Islander – Sep 12, 1856
Died.
At Bedeque, on the 3d instant, after a short illness, Donald, eldest son of Mr. Alexander McFarlan, aged 14 years and 2 months.On Thursday the 4th instant, Frederick William, youngest son of Mr. F.W. Hughes, Charlottetown, aged 4 months.
On Wednesday the 10th instant, after a lingering illness, which he bore with chritian resignation to the Divine Will, Mr. Francis Lauchlan McPhee, of this City, in the 24th year of his age. Deceased was a young man of great promises, and was very much esteemed and respected by all who knew him for his kind and manly disposition. Requiescant in pace.
His Funeral will take place from the residence of his father, on Sunday morning next, at half-past Eight o’clock.At Pomeroy, Ohio, a few weeks since, Mr. Peter Barclay, in the 48th year of his age, leaving a widow and three children to mourn the loss of a kind and indulgent husband and father. Mr. Barclay formerly belonged to Bedeque.
The Islander – Sep 19, 1856
Died.
On the 25th August, aged 18, Sarah, eldest daughter of the Rev. C.A. Binns, Rector of Kegston and Covington, England, and niece of the late Charles Binns, Esq., of this city.At Charlottetown, on Tuesday the 16th instant, Albert Batho, infant son of Mr. Joseph Haszelwood, aged 13 months.
On the 16th instant, at Charlottetown, after a brief illness, Harriet, the beloved wife of Captain William Atkinson, aged 40 years.
At Savage Harbor, on the 16th instant, from injury received on Friday evening last, Margaret, youngest daughter of Mr. John McDiarmid, aged 23 years.
At Wheatley River, on the 14th instant, Margaret, the beloved wife of Mr. Thomas Beckingham, aged 60 years, a native of the County Kilkenny, Ireland.
The Islander – Sep 26, 1856
Died.
On the 24th inst., of Atroply, Agnes Romans, only daughter of N. Rankin, Esq., aged 15 months.At Rustico, on the 17th inst., Mrs. Elizabeth Butler, aged 84 years, a native of Gorey, Wexford, Ireland.
The Islander – Oct 3, 1856
Died.
At Lot 19, on the 23d instant after a short illness, of consumption, John Cambridge, eldest son of Mr. Thomas H. Sims, aged 5 years and 10 months.On Tuesday, the 30th ult., from an injury received the previous evening, Mr. Charles Macdonald, eldest son of Mr. Donald Macdonald, of North Creek, Charlottetown royalty, aged 22 years. The deceased was breaking in a young horse in a cart, the animal having ran away and overturned it, he was thrown therefrom with great violence, and having received internal injuries, caused his death. He was a young man of exemplary character and good habits, and we sympathize with his sorrowing parents in their affliction and sudden loss.
At St. Peter’s, on the 6th ultimo, in the 69th year of her age, Mrs. Elizabeth Macdonald, relict of the late Mr. John Macdonald, Windmill, Charlottetown.
At Elm Vale, Bedeque, on Saturday the 20th ultimo, of Croup, Millicent Palmer, third daughter of Stephen Wright, Esq., aged 14 years. Firm in the belief that she was resigning her soul to the hands of her Maker, she met her death with a most Christian–like submission to His will. The deceased was an affectionate and talented child, and her loss is deeply deplored by her bereaved parents as well as a large circle of relatives and friends.
The Islander – Oct 10, 1856
Died.
At the residence of her son-in-law, (Wm. Douse, esq., Charlottetown,) on Monday, the 6th instant, in the 91st year of her age, Mrs. Elizabeth Young, relict of the late Mr. Thomas Young, formerly of Wishford, Wiltshire, England.Of Dysentry, at New Annan, on the 3d instant William James, youngest son of Mr. Robert Walker, aged one year and ten months.
The Islander – Oct 17, 1856
Died.
At Flat River, on the 2d ultimo, Mr. Alexander McRae, aged 68 years. Deceased emigrated to this Island, from Rosshire, Scotland, in the year 1836.The Islander – Oct 24, 1856
Died.
At St. Peter’s Island, on Tuesday night, 7th instant Mary Ann, daughter of Mr. William Lund, aged 26 years, after a protracted illness of 2 years, of Rheumatic Fever.At the Lunatic Asylum, on Wednesday, the 15th instant, James Doyle, aged 74 years a native of the County Dublin, and lately a resident of Georgetown, in this Island.
The Islander – Oct 31, 1856
Died.
At York Lodge, on 28th inst., after a protracted illness, Christiana, eldest daughter of Mr. James Watts, in the 41st year of her age.At Huntly, Lot 3, of Typhus Fever, John McAuley, infant son of Robert Gordon, Esq., aged 1 year, 6 months, and two days, after an illness of 21 days. O, death! They cruel blow.
The Islander – Nov 7, 1856
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Thursday, the 6th instant, after an illness of 4 weeks, Lydia, beloved wife of E.L. Lydiard, Esq., and second daughter of Hon. John Morton, of Kentville, N.S., aged 40 years. Funeral on Saturday, at 3 o’clock.The Islander- Nov 14, 1856
Died.
At Charlottetown, on the 31st ultimo, Evan Jams Henry, youngest son of John Rigg, Esq., aged 11 months.On the 31st ultimo, at Bideford, Lot 12, of the scarlet fever, Mary Ann, daughter of Mr. Henry Andrews, aged 11 ½ years.
On the 30th ultimo, at the same place, of scarlet fever, Mr. Chas. Rayner, in the 28th year of his age, leaving a widow and small family.
At Charlottetown, on the 9th instant, after a short illness, Mrs. Tobin, and old and respected inhabitant of this City, aged 58 years.
At Charlottetown, on the 8th instant, of Brain Fever, William George, only son of Mr. James Coles Jun., aged 6 years.
The Islander – Nov 21, 1856
Died.
At Cainscross, Strand, England, on the 21st October, Hannah Isabella, the beloved wife of George J. Davies, Esq., and fifth daughter of George Aitken, Esq., Albion Farm, P.E. Island. Mrs. Davies has left in this Island many friends who will cherish her memory as a kind and affectionate relative, a steadfast friend, and an intelligent and agreeable acquaintance; while in England she has left a bereaved husband, who mourns the loss of an amiable, affectionate and God-fearing partner. Her whole deportment during a severe and protracted illness, evinced the strength of her Christian principles, while the closing scene of her earthly pilgrimage showed that her trust in god was not misplaced.At New Glasgow, on Saturday the 22d instant, Mary, second daughter of Alexander Laird, Esq., aged 16 years.
At Charlottetown, on the 15th instant, Mrs. Hugh McLeod, aged 50 years; and on the 26th instant, Mr. Hugh McLeod, Blacksmith, aged 55 years, both natives of Inverness, Scotland.
The Islander – Dec 5, 1856
Died.
At Vernon River, on Monday, the 17th instant, after a lingering illness, Ann, wife of Mr. John Van Iderstine, aged 67 years.Suddenly at Dalhousie, N.B., o the 29th October, at the advanced age of 78 years, shortly after recovering from a severe illness, in which he ever expressed his readiness to obey his Maker’s call, Alexander Campbell, Esq., formerly of Bedeque House, Prince Edward Island.
The Islander – Dec 12, 1856
Died.
On Sunday, of injuries received by a fall on Thursday last, Malcolm McPherson, of Murray Harbour Road, aged 70 years, and old and respectable inhabitant of that place.At Portland, Maine, on the 13th October, of typhoid fever, Lavenia Ellen, fourth daughter of Mr. William Annear, Postmaster, Montague River, aged 17 years. Deservedly regretted by all who had the pleasure of his (sic her)acquaintance.
The Islander – Dec 19, 1856
Died.
At the residence of John Dixon, Princetown Road, on Sunday morning last, after a short but severe illness, Alexander Carr, aged 28 years; the deceased was both deaf and dumb.At Kildare, Lot 3, of Consumption, on Tuesday last, the 12th inst., after a long and painful illness which she bore with the greatest patience through her sufferings, Elizabeth Daymond, in the 22nd year of her age, third daughter of the late Mr. George Daymond, of St. John’s N.F.
The Islander – Dec 26, 1856
Died.
At Albion Farm, Three Rivers, on Sabbath the 14th inst., Eliza Ann, second daughter of Johnson Aitken, Esq., in the 14th year of her age. Though but a child in years, she had already attained the bloom and maturity of womanhood. By her amiable disposition as an acquaintance, and her dutiful and affectionate deportment as a child, she endeared herself exceedingly to every one who had the pleasure of her acquaintance; and her sudden loss is now, by all, so much the more severely felt. “Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord.”On Friday morning, the 19th inst., at his residence, Union Road, Laurence Delaney, aged 57 years.
At Brackley Point, on Thursday the 18th inst., in the 68th year of his age, Capt. Dan Matheson. The deceased was one of the oldest, if not the oldest Steam Captain living, having had command of one of the first Boats on the Clyde; which situation he filled for 30 years, with great credit to himself, and much satisfaction to his employers, and on his retiring from the service to emigrate to this Island, a handsome piece of Silver Plate was presented him. He was well known in this community, and by the travelling public in the neighbouring Provinces, as the Commander of the Steamer Rose, and afterwards the Rosebud, plying between Charlottetown and Pictou. He was always kind, obliging, and gentlemanly in his manner, and we know of no individual who was more universally respected. He leaves behind him a wife and family to mourn their irreparable loss.
Of Pneumonia, at Lot 66, Georgetown Road, on the 29th November last, in the 68th year of his age, Charles McEachern, formerly teacher of Belfast, after a severe illness, which he bore for ten weeks with exemplary patience and hope in the Saviour of sinners. He has left a widow, seven sons and four daughters, along with a numerous circle of friends and relatives who mourn their loss. He was a native of the Island of Mull, Scotland, and for 47 years resident in this County.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1857
Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1857. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.The Islander – Jan 2, 1857
Died.
On the 19th inst., at Fermoy, Lot 18 of inflammation, after a brief illness of four days, Maria, wife of Ambrose T. Peake, having a numerous family to mourn her loss – in the 52d year of her age. The deceased was a native of Barnstaple, Devonshire, England; and emigrated to this Island in 1832.At Charlottetown, on the 27th day of December, of Consumption, in the 23d year of her age, Benjaminna Amanda, second eldest surviving daughter of Mr. W.B. Davison. Her end was peace.
The Islander – Jan 9, 1857
Died.
At Cavendish, on the 1st instant, Margaret McLean, relict of the Late William Robertson, aged 64 years.The Islander – Jan 16, 1857
Died.
On his passage to England, in the Brig Haidee, from Harbour Grace, Newfoundland, on the 8th of last month, Mr. Thomas Shinner, for 21 years out door agent for Messrs. Punton & Munn. The Haidee was insight of land at the time of his decease, and the Captain (John Tocker) kindly and attentively put into Plymouth, and landed the remains, which were shortly after conveyed to Totness, to his venerable and sorrowing mother and relatives. The deceased was nephew to Mr. James N. Harris, of this City.On Sunday, the 11th instant, at Ravenwood, in the Royalty of Charlottetown, deeply deplored, after a lingering and painful illness, which she bore with much Christian fortitude, and resignation to the Divine will, Sarah Johnstone, the beloved daughter of the Honorable William Forgan, Barrister at Law, in the 21st year of her age.
At Charlottetown, on the 14th instant, Captain S???on Dodd, in the --- year of his age.
At Lot 49, on the 6th instant, of consumption, Mary, the beloved wife of John McEachern, in the 22d year of her age, a painful and lingering illness which she bore for the past eight months with Christian patience, fortitude and resignation to the Divine will, and with a firm reliance in the merits of her Saviour Jesus Christ of a blissful immortality beyond the portals of the tomb. She leaves a bereaved and disconsolate husband, and a numerous circle of relatives, friends and acquaintances to bemoan the loss of an affectionate, prudent and pious companion and a worthy member of society.
The Islander – Jan 23, 1857
Died.
At Mount George, Charlottetown royalty, on Tuesday morning, in the 40th year of his age, Mr. Thomas Carey, he was a sober, trustworthy, honest man, and will not only be a loss to his family, but also to his employers.The Islander – Jan 30, 1857
Died.
On Wednesday last, the 28th instant, after a short but severe illness, in the 28th year of her age, Martha C……, the beloved wife of Mr. Henry W….., Charlottetown Royalty, and fourth daughter of J. Parker, Esq., formerly of this city, leaving a disconsolate husband, three small children, and a large circle of friends and acquaintances to mourn their untimely bereavement.At San Francisco, California, on the 26th November last, Mr. Neil Mackay, aged 41 years, leaving a widow and four children in this City to mourn his loss. Mr. Mackay was a native of the County of Pictou, N.S., and for many years a resident of this City.
At Murray Harbour, on the 10th instant, Elizabeth Jane Wallace, second daughter of Mr. David McLuer, aged 3 years and 10 months.
At Miminigash, Lot 3, of consumption, on Wednesday, the 14th instant, after a long and painful illness of twelve months, which he bore with the greatest patience through his sufferings, Mr. William Rix, in the 22d year of his age, fifth son of Mr. William Rix. The deceased was a very promising young man, and is much regretted by a large circle of relatives and friends. His end was peace.
At Tignish, of consumption, on Sunday the 11th instant, after a lingering illness of eight months, which he bore with Christian fortitude and resignation to the Divine Will, John, the eldest son of Mr. Samuel Brown, aged 20 years. The deceased was well beloved by all who knew him. His sickness was sanctified to his good by leading him to seek salvation through a crucified Redeemer. He died in a full assurance of a happy mortality.
At Vernon River, on the 15th inst., of consumption, John Todvin, aged nineteen years and six months.
On Friday, the 9th inst., at Vernon River, Mr. Alexander Macdonald, in the 99th year of his age. The deceased was well known among the early settlers of this country as an industrious and respectable person. He was a native of South Ulst, Scotland, and emigrated to this colony in 1772.
On Monday evening, the 26th inst., after a lingering illness, William Hodges, Esq., aged 68 years. The deceased for many years a highly respected inhabitant of this Island, was a native of Monmouth, England. The funeral will leave his late residence, Cymbria Lodge, Rustico on Friday the 30th inst., when all friends and acquaintances are requested to attend.
The Islander – Feb 6, 1857
Died.
At Milton, near Boston, on the 29th December, Elizabeth, wife of Mr. Geo. Wehle, and daughter of the late Colin McEachern, of Belfast, in this Island, aged 28 years.At Charlottetown, on the 28th ult., after a short illness, Mrs. Christiana Carrol, and old and respectable inhabitant of this place, in the 77th year of her age.
At the Lunatic Asylum, on Tuesday, the 3d inst., Benjamin McPhail, aged 32 years, a native of P.E. Island.
At Jessies Grove, Three Rivers, on Monday the 31st January, Alexander Macdonald, Esq., aged 80 years. The deceased was highly respected and esteemed by all who knew him, both old and young. He emigrated to this Island in the year 1805.
The Islander – Feb 13, 1857
Died.
At Kouchibouguac, Kent County, on the 20th December last, Mr. Peter Amireaux, aged 85 years, a native of Jersey. The deceased resided for some time in Canada, and also in Prince Edward Island. – Miramichi paper.At the North River, on the 2d inst., Mr. Maurice Halloran, aged 26 years.
At Mill Grove Farm, South West, Bedeque, January 26, of Consumption, which he bore with much patience and resignation to the Divine Will, Peter, second son of Mr. John Wright, aged 22 years 4 months.
The Islander – Feb 20, 1857
Died.
At Southport, Lot 48, February 18, Ellen, daughter of Mr. Edward Chandler, aged 4 months and 14 days.Of Consumption, at Baltic Road, Lot 48, on the 11th instant, Mr. John Ferguson, aged 29 years.
The Islander – Feb 27, 1857
Died.
At Lot 48, on the 21st January, after a long illness, borne with great Christian patience and fortitude, Christianna, widow of the late Alexander Forbes, of Dunchanloch, Perthshire, in the 97th year of her age. The deceased emigrated to this Island in 19819. She was a widow for upwards of 65 years; and left behind her 3 children, 27 grand-children, 96 great grand-children, and one great-great-grand child.The Islander – Mar 6, 1857
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Friday morning, the 6th instant, in the 74th year of his age, Thomas DesBrisay, Esq., the deceased was eldest son of the late Rev. Theophilus DesBrisay, many years Rector of this Parish, and will long be remembered with affectionate regard for his amiable and unassuming manners, and the earnest sincerity which characterized his religious belief. “Let me die the death of the righteous, and let my last end be like his.”
Funeral from the Family residence on Sunday next, at half-past Four o’clock.At Boston, U.S., on the 27th January last, after a lingering illness, of liver complaint, Mr. George Welsh, formerly of Summerside, Bedeque.
On the 24th February, in the Royalty, after a long illness, borne with Christian patience and fortitude, Mr. Malcolm Mackinnon, aged 93 years. The deceased emigrated to this Island in the year 1843, from Mull, Scotland.
On the 21st of February, at St. John’s N.B., after a protracted illness, which he bore with much patience and resignation, Mr. Alexander McKenzie, a native of Prince Edward Island, and long a resident of New Brunswick, aged 55 years. He leaves a wife and family to mourn the death of a kind husband, and affectionate father.
On Thursday morning, of inflammation of the Chest, John L. Fourth son of Mr. David A. Barry, aged 6 months.
The Islander – Mar 13, 1857
Died.
On Saturday, the 7th instant, after a long and painful illness, bore with much fortitude and resignation to the Divine Will, Ann, wife of William H. Gardiner, of this City, aged 66 years, leaving a large family to mourn the loss of an affectionate parent and kind friend.At Murray Harbour, on the 6th of February, William Henry, eldest son of Mr. David McLure, aged 8 years; and on the 20th, James M., youngest son of Mr. David McLure, aged 1 years and 10 months.
At Charlottetown, on the 6th inst., Thomas Alexander, son of Mr. Hugh Fraser, Merchant, aged 14 months.
On the 8th instant, at Dog River, Sarah Ann, infant daughter of Mr. Archibald McCallum, aged 5 weeks.
At Charlottetown, on the 7th March, Benjamin, eldest son of Thomas B. Tremain, Esq., aged 19 years.
The Islander – Mar 20, 1857
Died.
At Lot 49, on the 1st instant, at the residence of his brother, Mr. Duncan Mathewson, third son of the late John Mathewson, aged 28 years.At Clifton, on the 13th instant, Lemuel Albrighton, infant son of Mr. A. Kelly, aged 15 months.
At Charlottetown, on the 13th instant, Ethel Marie, infant daughter of T. Heath Haviland, Esq.
At Elliot River, on the 14th inst., Mr. James Shaw, aged 66 years.
The Islander – Mar 27, 1857
Died.
At Bay Fortune, on Thursday, the 19th instant, Margaret Dingwell, relict of the late Joseph Dingwell, in the 81st year of her age. Full of days she passed from time into eternity, in the Christian’s hope of everlasting bliss through the Redeemer’s merits.The Islander – Apr 3, 1857
Died.
At Nine Mile Creek, on the 26th ult., after an illness of three months, Mr. Alexander Campbell, aged 20 years, son of Mr. Archilbald Campbell, leaving a large circle of friends to mourn their loss.At Tryon, on Sunday the 29th ult., after a protracted illness, which she bore with exemplary patience and resignation to the Divine will, Mary Sharp, wife of Mr. Robert Muirhead, and a native of the parish of Terregles, Dumfriesshire, aged 61 years. She emigrated to this Island in the year 1820.
At Charlottetown, on Thursday morning, the 2d instant, the Hon. Capt Stephen Rice, formerly of the 7th of Queen’s Own Hussars, aged 62 years. Funeral to take place on Sunday next.
The Islander – Apr 10, 1857
Died.
On Monday the 22d March, after a short illness, Charles Luscombe, eldest son of Mr. Nicholas L. Cousins, aged 3 years and 11 months.On March 30th, Mary Esther, infant daughter of Mr. Stephen B. Trenaman, aged eight months.
On Tuesday last, Mary Arabella, only daughter of Mr. George Jenkins, Lot 49, aged 12 months.
On the 5th April, aged 45 years, at the residence of Mr. William Pethick, Cor[n]wall, Mrs. F. Tucker, of Cor[n]wall, England. She emigrated to this Island in 1843.
At Lot 11, on the 4th instant, after a short illness, Mrs. John Barlow, aged 45 years.
At Lot 16, a few days since, Mrs. Daniel Campbell, an old and respected inhabitant of that place.
The Islander – Apr 17, 1857
Died.
At Lot 48, on Sunday last, after a short illness, Mr. Donald McKinnon, son of the late Allan McKinnon, aged 51 years.At his residence, Charlottetown, on Saturday morning last, after a severe illness, Mr. Stephen Bamford Treneman, aged 25 years. He will be long and sincerely regretted by numerous friends for the many amiable qualities which adorned his character.
The Islander – Apr 24, 1857
Died.
At her residence at Little Sands, on Saturday the 11th April, Sarah, the beloved wife of Mr. Archibald McNeill, aged 48 years, leaving a disconsolate husband, four sons and two daughters to mourn their loss. Her funeral took place on Monday, 13th instant, attended by a large circle of mourning relatives and sympathizing friends.Suddenly, at Falconwood Farm, on Wednesday morning last, the infant daughter of W.W. Irving, Esq.
At the residence of Mr. Samuel Taylor, Pictou, on the 13th instant, Mr. David Taylor, son of the late John Taylor, Esq., of that place, and son-in-law of Mr. David Wilson of this town, in the 38th year of his age. He leaves a wife and two children to mourn their loss.
At Point Prim, on Sunday the 5th inst., at the residence of her son-in-law, Samuel Murchison, Esq., Mary Macaulay, in the 99th year of her age.
On the 31st March, at Mr. William Dawson’s, Crapaud, Mrs. Ann Foster, daughter of the late John Lord, Esq., Tryon, in the 57th year of her age.
On Thursday evening, the 16th instant, in the 40th year of her age, Sarah, the beloved wife of Mr. Samuel McDougall, Nine Mile Creek, and third daughter of Mr. Alex. McNeill, Elliot River.
The Islander – May 1, 1857
Died.
At Murray Harbour, on Thursday the 16th instant, after a short illness, in the 76th year of his age, John L. Lewellin, Esq. The deceased was well known in this Island, from his valuable contributions, some years since, to the Island Press, on the subject of Agriculture.Of Scrofulous Consumption, on the 1st ult., at Tiffin, in the State of Ohio, Louis Melancthon, eldest son of the Rev. W.H. Cooper, Rector, formerly of Port Hill, P.E. Island, in the 14th year of his age.
The Islander – May 8, 1857
Died.
At Elliot River, on the 23d April last, after a protracted illness. Christy, the beloved wife of Mr. Alfred Fisher, aged 66 years. She bore her sufferings with Christian resignation, in the hope of a blessed immortality.At Pownal, on the 6th ult., George Franklin, son of Mr. Samuel Rena Gay, aged 2 years and 4 months.
On the 3d inst., after a lingering illness, Mrs. Donald McKay, of Rose Valley, aged 69 years, leaving a family and a large circle of friends and relatives to mourn their irreparable loss. The deceased was a native of Invernesshire, Scotland, and came to this Island in the year 1839.
The Islander – May 15, 1857
Died.
On the 3d instant, at Huntly Hill, Cascumpec, Isabelle, second daughter of Mr. John Gordon, senr., after an acute and severe illness of 14 weeks, which she bore with meek and patient resignation, aged 28 years.On Wednesday morning, 13th inst., after an illness of a few days, Christina, the beloved wife of Mr. James Barrett, and fourth daughter of the late Allan Cameron, aged 36 years. Funeral on Friday next, at two o’clock.
The Islander – May 22, 1857
Died.
Of Cholera, on the 15th March, near Stillwater, Minnesota, Barbara, the beloved wife of Mr. Kenneth McLeod, formerly of New London, P.E. Island, in the 30th year of her age, leaving four children and an affectionate husband to mourn their loss.At the Southwest River, New London, on the 4th instant, Jessie, the beloved wife of Mr. George Sutherland, in the 59th year of her age. The deceased was a loving wife and an affectionate mother, and was esteemed by rich and poor.
On the 19th inst., John Frankland, sixth son of Mr. John McLeod, New London, aged 4 months and 19 days.
The Islander – May 29, 1857
Died.
At Richmond, Grand River, on the 26th instant, after an illness, Margaret, the beloved wife of Lemuel Cambridge, and second daughter of the late Ronald McDonell, Esquire, ---Captain in the Glengary Light Infantry Regiment, and ----Major of Charlottetown, in this Island.On the 20th April, after a lingering illness, Flora, the beloved wife of Mr. Donald Campbell, Inlet, East Point, in the 70th year of her age, much and deservedly esteemed by all who knew her.
On Sunday morning, 24th inst., at his residence, King’s County, the Rev. Albert DesBrisay, Wesleyan Minister, (unreadable) governor and Chaplain of the Mount Allison Institution, ---- ville, N.B. His memory will long be framents in this-------- and the neighbouring Provines, held as he was in ------ and most deserved estimation for his amiable spirit, exemplary piety, and devoted and useful labour in his Great ----- Service. After an illness of only five days, he peacefully ---this life in the 62d year of his age, and the 35th of his -----. The deceased was the fourth son of the late Rev. Theophilos DesBrisay, many years Rector of this Parish.
At the Lunatic Asylum, on the 15th instant, Patrick ---- aged 83 years, a native of County Wexford, Ireland.
At Black Bush, Lot 45, on the 26th April last, M--- McKay, aged 32 years.
At Lot 44, on the 1st May instant, Mr. James Gillis, --- son), aged 6 years and 6 months.
At Montague, Three Rivers, on the 23d inst., Geo. ---- youngest son of Mr. John W. Butcher, Bible Christian Missionary, aged 5 months and 22 days.
At Yreka, California, on the 1st April, Mr. John---- son of Mr. James Watts, of this place, in the 34th year of his age.
The Islander – Jun 5, 1857
Died.
At Souris, on Wednesday, the 27th ult., after a short illness, John Kickham, aged 19 years, second son of Mr. Edward Kickham, of Souris.On Tuesday last, suddenly, of an affection of the heart, Mr. Wm. Smail, Prince Street, aged 43 years. Mr. Smail had been working at his employment all day, in his usual health, when shortly after entering the room where his family were, he fell down and instantly expired. The deceased was a native of Devonshire, and emigrated here in the year 1841. He has left a wife and six children to deplore his loss.
At Cascumpec village, on the 25th of May, of Consumption, Elizabeth, fourth daughter of Mr. Robert Hardey, in the 14th year of her age.
At Hazel Grove, this morning, Friday, June 5th after an illness of some weeks, Mr. Richard Bagnall, sen., aged 68 years. His funeral will take place on Monday next, the 8th inst., leaving his late residence at Twelve o’clock for the burial ground at Rustico.
The Islander – Jun 19, 1857
Died.
On the 17th inst., Grace Ann Williams, youngest daughter of the late Henry Bate Williams, aged 28 years. Her illness commenced with Pulmonary Hemorrhage, germinating with Typhoid Fever.In the City of Dublin, in the 48th year of his age, Major David Fitzgerald Longworth, nephew of the late Francis Longworth, Esquire, of Charlottetown. Major Longworth had seen much service in the East Indies, and had received Medals and Clasps, for Ghuznee, Cabul, Moodkey, Ferozepur, Aliwal and Sobraon; in the latter engagement he commanded H.M. 31st Regiment, and had his horse killed under him by a cannon ball.
The Islander – Jun 26, 1857
Died.
At Boston, about the 8th inst., Alonzo, fifth son of Dr. (unreadable) Darling, aged 21 years. The above was a young man of excellent character, beloved by all who knew him. He met with is melancholy death through the careless racing of two Fire Engine Companies, who were proceeding to a fire in the neighborhood of his residence. He was a brother of Mrs. John Gibson, of this city.On the 6th May, at the residence of the Rev. P. Debrisay, Teignmouth, in the 60th year of his age, Colonel Theophilos Desbirsay, late of the Royal Artillery, only surviving son of the late Lieut. General Desbrisay, of the same branch of Her Majesty’s service. The deceased was highly respected in his regiment as an officer and a gentleman, and much esteemed by his numerous friends.
On the 12th instant, of Consumption, at his residence at Montague Bridge, in the 30th year of his age, Mr. William Emery, youngest son of Peter Emery, Esq., of Wood Islands. The deceased has left a widow and tow infant children to mourn their irreparable loss. This very amiable and exemplary young man has left few behind him who possessed more of those sovereign virtues, and holy excellencies. Which emmently adored his life and character, and rendered him highly esteemed among his relatives and numerous acquaintances. His end was peace.
The Islander – Jul 3, 1857
Died.
At Belle Creek, Belfast, o the 29th ult., Mr. Donald Stewart, aged 95 years. Mr. Stewart was a man of very remarkably kind disposition, which was ever giving vent in deeds of generous beneficeure to the needy. He is greatly and deservedly regretted by a large circle of friends and acquaintances, and his memory will long be revered by all who knew him, while it is fondly believed that his alms-deeds have gone before him as an everlasting memorial before the great throne. He had ever been a devoted member of the Church of Scotland, and died in the good hope of a glorious resurrection. Up to the last, Mr. Stewart retained the full exercise of his mental powers, and about five weeks before his death he listened to a sermon, every word of which, he said, he heard distinctly; and as an indication of his vigor of body, less than two years ago he was seen by the writer of this, actively engaged with his sickle cutting down the crop, with the other members of the family. As he never wearied in well-doing, he sought to procure the means of distributing liberally to all who required aid.At Halifax, on the 19th ult., in the 53d year of his age, Mr. William Wood Way, Shipwright, a native of Devonshire, England, and son-in-law to Mr. James Pollard of this city.
Tuesday evening, very suddenly, Mr. John Bovyer, Assayer of Weights and Measures, aged 69 years.
Tuesday, at the North River, Ann, the beloved wife of Mr. Joseph Warren, aged 69 years, leaving a large family and a numerous circle of friends and acquaintances to mourn their deplorable loss.
At Lot 49, on the 19th ultimo, after an illness of nine days duration, which he bore with Christian patience and resignation to the Divine Will, Mr. John Acorn, in the 96th year of his age. The deceased was born in Broad Bay, State of Maine, where he joined H.R. Majesty’s 3d regiment of Rangers; and with them emigrated to this Island in the year 1782, and was discharged with a good character, which he bore throughout his life. He leaves 14 children, 132 grand children, 22 great grand children, and 4 great great grand children; the most of whom live and cherish his memory with fond affection. The deceased was a member of the Wesleyan society for upwards of forty years. His end was peace. “Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord.”
At the Rectory, Newburg, Berks, England, on the 6th ultimo, aged 64 years, the Rev. Hibbert Binney, D.C.L., Rector of that Parish. Dr. B. was the eldest son of the late Hon Hibbert Newton Binney and father of the present Bishop of Nova Scotia.
At Charlottetown, on Thursday, 2d inst., at half past 4 p.m., of Diarrhea and Consumption of the lungs, Mr. John McNeill, Joiner, son of the late Daniel McNeill, of Lot 31, aged 28 years. The deceased is deeply and deservedly regretted by a large circle of friends and acquaintances, and his memory will long be revered by all who knew him. He bore his sufferings with patience and Christian resignation, and retained the full exercise of his mental powers till the above date, when he calmly departed this life in the full hope of a glorious immortality through a common Redeemer. Funeral takes place on Sunday next, at 2 o’clock.
The Islander – Jul 10, 1857
Died.
At New Glasgow Mills, on the 2d instant, Margaret Ann, daughter of the Hon. George Bagnall, aged 4 years. Her untimely death has cast a gloom not only over her relatives, but also over many others with whom she was a favorite, on account of her rare qualities for a child, and over none more than the writer, whom she has often cheered in a lonely hour by her companionship and childish prattle.The Islander – Jul 17, 1857
Died.
At Augustine Cove, on the 19th of May last, after a protracted and painful illness, Elizabeth, youngest daughter of Mr. John McRae, in the 29th year of her age, leaving a large circle of relatives to mourn their loss, but not without hope. IN the midst of life we are in death.At Tryon, on the 3d inst., in the 93rd year of her age, Elizabeth, relict of the late Mr. John Thomas. The deceased was an old and respectable inhabitant. She emigrated to this Island with her parents, about 90 years ago, from Belfast, Ireland; in her early days she had to contend with many difficulties and privations; she was respected by all with whom she was acquainted; she bore her last illness with Christian patience, and her end was peace.
The Islander – Jul 24, 1857
Died.
At Albion Cottage, Three Rivers, on Sabbath the 12th instant, Mr. George Aitken, aged 78 years. Mr. Aitken was one of the oldest and most respectable inhabitants of this Island; he spent by far the greater part of his long life upon Albion Farm, his late residence. As a parent, he won the affections of a grateful family, as a friend, he accured the full confidence of all who knew him, and as a neighbor he could not be excelled. He discharged the duties of his office as an Elder, in connection with the Free Church, for many yeas, with ability and great acceptance, and his loss leaves a blank in the Session of Murray Harbour which will not be easily supplied. “He rests from his labour, and his works do follow him.”At Charlottetown, on Friday evening last, the 17th of July, Mr. David Hooper, of the Princetown Road, in the 78th year of his age. The departure of the deceased was alarmingly sudden, but from his well known peity and integrity of character, and his kind and benevolent disposition, there is every reason to hope that he was fully prepared for the change. The Church has lost a faithful and consistent member, and his family and friends a kind father and adviser.
The Islander – Jul 31, 1857
Died.
At the residence of the Chief Justice, on the 30th instant, Jane Jackson, for several years a faithful servant in his family.The Islander – Aug 7, 1857
Died.
On Sunday, at Milton Parish, John Hudson, infant son of Mr. Geo. Hudson, aged 3 months.At Charlottetown, on the 1st inst., Mary Murphy, the beloved wife of John Walsh, Printer, aged 19 years and 14 days, leaving a child, one year old, and a bereaved husband, to mourn their inconsolable loss.
At Charlottetown, on the 4th inst., in the 76th year of his age, after a painful and lingering illness, which he bore with fortitude and resignation to the Divine Will, Mr. Henry Charlton, an old and highly respected resident of this city. The deceased was a native of London, England, and emigrated to this Island in the year 1803.
At Rose Bank, Lot 59, on Saturday, the 11th ult., after a lingering and painful illness, Bridget, wife of Mr. James Young, sen., in the 70th year of her age. The deceased emigrated to this Island in 1809, and married in 1811. At Rose Bank, where she has since resided, she leaves behind a large family of children and grandchildren to mourn their loss. The deceased was universally esteemed, her end was peace.
The Islander – Aug 14, 1857
Died.
At Point Prim, on the 1st inst. Ewen McLeod, aged 39 years. His acquaintances have lost in him an agreeable neighbor, and a sociable, kin-hearted man. Long will he be missed by his friends from the social circle which he was want to enliven and cheer.On Friday evening, 7th instant, at Charlottetown, Sarah Maria, only child of Mr. John Walsh, Printer, aged 1 year 24 days.
At Three Rivers, on Wednesday the 29th instant, David Oldis, shoemaker, aged 59 years.
On Sunday, at Milton Parish, John Hudson, infant son of Mr. Geo. Hudson, aged 3 months.
The Islander – Aug 21, 1857
Died.
At Lot 49, on Tuesday, the 11th inst., Mary, the beloved wife of Mr. James Robertson, aged 39 years. Deceased leaves a husband and eight children, together with a large circle of friends and relatives to mourn their irreparable loss.The Islander – Sep 4, 1857
Died.
On the 16th Aug, at Mount Matheson, Grandrimer, Lot 55, in the 79the year of his age, Mr. Archibald Matheson, a much respected man, who emigrated to this Island in the year 1810, and who, in the remote district in which he lived, gave ample evidence of his being led by the spirit of peace in all his intercourse with his neighbours, and by the strictest principles of honesty in all his dealings with men in general. He was well known in his native land, Isle of Sky, Scotland, and was had in reputation by the Christian community there, as well as by men of status in society, who knew his worth and respected his integrity. He was hospitable and generous, well known as one who never held back his hand, so far as his means warranted, from the support of charitable and Christian objects. The cause of God was dear to him, he loved the Free Church, of which he was a member and exerted himself in his advanced years of its support more than many who are youthful, stronger, and possessed of considerable means. As a husband, he was dutiful and indulgent, and as a parent kind and considerate. Many feel and lament his death, but his own family have suffered a bereavement which the things of time cannot supply. May their consolations be those which the Gospel of salvation so abundantly supplies. It may be truly said of him that he lived without having given offence to Jew or Gentile, or to the Church of God, and that he died in peace with all men.Of Dysentry, on the 31st ult., David Hix, infant grandchild of Mr. George Hix, aged 15 months.
At Summerside, on Tuesday 25th August, Rowena Catharine, only child of John and Dorothy Lefurgy, aged 10 months 7 days.
On the 2d instant, at New Wiltshire settlement, Lot 31, Mrs. Mary Macdonald, widow of the late Neil Macdonald, of Crown Point, aged 102 years.
On the 13th ult., as a man named John Dunn was crossing Morell River, about a mile and a half above the bridge, in an Indian canoe, the canoe capsized and he immediately sunk and was drowned. He has left a young widow and one daughter, besides a number of relatives and other friends, to mourn his loss. He was a very quiet, harmless man, a good neighbor, and was well respected by all who knew him.
The Islander – Sep 11, 1857
Died.
At Dog River, on the 3d instant, in the17th year of her age, Margaret, the beloved daughter of Mr. McLean.At Georgetown, on the 8th instant Martin Byren, Esq., aged 50 years. He has left a wife and eight children to mourn their irreparable loss, besides a numerous circle of acquaintances to whom his memory will long be endeared for the many virtues which adorned his character.
On Wednesday morning the 2nd inst., after an illness of more than twelve months, borne with exemplary meekness and fortitude, Mary, the only daughter of Mr. Daniel Carroll, of this City, in the 17th year of her age.
Drowned by accidentally falling from a raft, after fishing in Mr. Hayden’s mill pond, at the junction of the Murray Harbour and Georgetown Roads, on Friday afternoon, September 4th, Thomas William Edward, the dearly beloved and only child of Thomas Alexander Montgomery, Esq., age 9 years.
At Vernon River, on Thursday the 3d inst., in the 77th year of his age, Mr. Jeremiah Emman, an old and respectable inhabitant of that place. The deceased was a native of New York, and came to this Island when young. He has left a large circle of family connections and friends, by whom his memory will be long and deservedly cherished.
At Douglaston Creek, (Queen’s Arms), Charlottetown Royalty, Mr. Edward Neal, aged 50 years. He was a trusty, hardworking man, and has left a widow and two small children to feel the loss of a provider for their daily wants.
On Saturday, the 5th instant, Christie, wife of the late Allan McKinnon, leaving five orphan children.
On Thursday morning, the 3d instant, in childbed, Elizabeth, the beloved wife of Mr. George Hooper, New Glasgow Road, aged 38 years, and her infant child. Deceased leaves a husband and seven children, together with a large circle of friends and relatives to mourn their irreparable loss.
The Islander – Sep 18, 1857
Died.
At Hazel Grove, on the 30th Sept., John William, infant son of Mr. Edwin C. Bagnall, aged 16 weeks.At York River, on the 28th ult., in the 67th year of her age, Martha, the beloved wife of Mr. William Vickerson. The deceased had labored under a severe affliction for about 30 years, which she bore with Christian fortitude and resignation to the will of her heavenly father. Her end was peace.
On the 12th inst., at Lot 48, of consumption, Mr. Robert Ferguson, in the 53d year of his age.
At Margate, Lot 19, on the 23d ult., Miss Sarah Martin, aged 19 years, leaving a large circle of friends to lament their irreparable loss. The deceased lived a quiet and peaceable life, and by her early and lamentable death, warns the young and thoughtless to prepare for their approaching change.
On the 8th of August, at the Head of Brudenell River, Mr. Richard Blisset, aged 78 years, formerly of Kensington, parish of Stoker, Worcester, England; for 36 years an inhabitant of this Island, much and deservedly respected.
At Summerside, on the 14th instant, George Giles, third son of Mr. Thomas Crabb, aged 7 years.
The Islander – Sep 25, 1857
Died.
At Little York, on the 2d inst., after a painful illness of eight months, which he bore with resignation to the Divine Will, Mr. Henry Swan, aged 77 years.On the 17th inst., at the residence of her son-in-law, W.W. Irving, Esq., Janet, the widow of the late Peter Forrest, Esq., of London, in her 75th year.
The Islander – Oct 2, 1857
Died.
At Summerside, on the 22d ultimo, of Dysentery, in the 48th year of his age, Mr. Patrick Gaffney, Tailor. He has left a wife and ten children to mourn their irreparable loss, besides a numerous circle of relatives and friends.The Islander – Oct 9, 1857
Died.
At Princetown Royalty, on the 22d ult., Mr. John McGregor at the advanced age of 81 years. He was much esteemed and respected by all who were acquainted with him.Of Consumption, at Lot 14, on Thursday, the 17th, David, second son of Mr. Neil Ramsay, in the 20th year of his age. He bore his painful illness with much Christian fortitude and from his well-known piety and integrity of character, and good disposition, there is every reason to hope that he was prepared for the change.
Suddenly, at New Glasgow, on the 3d September, Mr. H. Richardson, for a long time a District Teacher in this Island. He leaves a wife and family in New Brunswick or Canada.
From the effects of a fall from a scaffolding, on Saturday last, Mr. William Higgins, Joiner, aged 75 years.
On Thursday morning, October 8, William Haine, youngest son of the Hon. George Coles, Colonial Secretary, aged 8 months.
The Islander – Oct 16, 1857
Died.
At Bench Point, Lot 17, of dysentery, on the 24th August, Sarah Milicent; and on the 3d Sept., Joseph S. Children of Mr. Stephen Strang.At Flat River, on the 1st inst., after a lingering illness of nine months, David, third son of Hector McKenzie, I the 20th year of his age.
Accident – Capt. Robertson, of the schooner Ploughboy, which arrived her from Pictou, on Monday last, reports, that on Sunday evening, when about 15 miles south of Point Prim, it blowing heavy, with a great sea, a young man, named Thomas Drinkwater, of Arichat, while standing to leeward of the mainsail, was knocked over by the sail; every effort was made to rescue him, but without success and in a few moments all traces of him were lost. He was a sober young man, and much esteemed by all on board.
The Islander –Oct 30, 1857
Died.
On Monday evening, the 26th instant, after a short illness, at the advanced age of 80 years, Mrs. Mary Barrett, leaving a large (unreadable) of relatives to mourn the loss of one whose quiet manners and other amiable qualities had endeared her to them all.At Northam, Lot 13, very suddenly, on Saturday night, Oct 24th, Mr. William Glover, in the 50th year of his age.
In sure and certain hope of the resurrection to eternal life, on the 20th instant, aged 69, at his residence, Pisquid, Mr. Isaac Jay, a native of Meadon, near Helston, Suffolk, England, and for many years a native of this Island. He was a man of singular gentleness and unaffected piety. A large circle of relatives and the inhabitants generally, mourn his loss. “Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright, for the end of that man is peace.”
On Thursday, at the residence of his son-in-law, Lieut. H—ock, R.N., after a long and painful illness, Lemuel Cambridge, Esq., aged 70. Funeral will take place tomorrow Saturday, the 31st instant, at half-past Two.
The Islander – Nov 20, 1857
Died.
On Friday the 13th inst., after a short illness of four days, Margaret, the beloved wife of Mr. Hugh Fraser, merchant, of this city, aged 34 years and 6 months.On Friday morning, the 13th inst., at half past 2 o’clock, after four days’ illness, Mr. Patrick McCarron, aged 30 years. He has left a wife and two children to mourn their irreparable loss.
At Bay Fortune, on the 22d of Oct., Nicholas Falla, Esq., in the 96th year of his age. He was a native of Guernsey, from which he emigrated to this Island A.D. 1805. He was captain of a transport ship in government service for 14 years, and held a commission of Justice of the Peace for a number of years on this Island. He was a man very highly respected by his friends and acquaintances, was a full communicant in the Presbyterian church; and during the last 33 years of his life he was totally blind. During the last three days before he died he was speechless, yet from what was known of his religious experience and conduct, it is confidently believed that he died strong in faith, trusting in the merits of his Saviour, and is now, after a sojourn of nearly 100 years on earth, rejoicing I the presence of his heavenly father.
The Islander – Dec 4, 1857
Died.
At Pecatonica, Nov. 10th, Mary Jane, aged 38, the beloved wife of John R. Stewart, and second daughter of the late David Howe, Esq., formerly of Halifax, Nova Scotia.On Wednesday, the 25th instant, after a long and severe illness, which he bore with Christian patience, Mr. John Carrol, senior, aged 70 years, a native of the County, Tipperary, Ireland.
At Third Pond, Lot 29, on the 14th ultimo, Sarah, the beloved wife of Mr. Archibald Donald, aged 43 years. She was much esteemed by all who had the pleasure of her acquaintance.
On Friday, the 27th inst., at Charlottetown, Mr. Francis Whidden, a native of Wulthamstowe, County of Essex, and late master of the Brig “Gulnare,” aged 34 years.
Capt. James Page of this place, reports by letter than on the 26th Oct., while on his passage from St. George’s, N.B., to Baltimore, in the schr. Adela, a seaman of the name of James Peake, of P.E. Island, was lost overboard. Every exertion was made to rescue him by putting the schooner about, throwing over deals and lowering the boat, but when the men in the boat rowed to the spot, no trace of the unfortunate man could be found, but his cap floating on the surface. – Pictou Chronicle.
On Monday last, Mr. Daniel McEwen, of New London, was in the act of crossing the South West River, in that locality in a canoe, when it is supposed he fell overboard, and was drowned. His body had not been recovered when our informant left.
The Rev. Hugh Dunbar left his residence, Princetown Road, on Saturday morning last; he was observed returning early in the afternoon, and shortly after was found lying on the road, a little further on, quite dead. It is supposed his death was occasioned by disease of the heart.
The Islander – Dec 11, 1857
Died.
On Sunday, Nov. 1st, at Graham’s Cross, New London, William Mallett, Esq., aged 62 years. The deceased was a native of Langtree, in the County of Devonshire, England. He emigrated to this Island in 1832. Mr. Mallett was one of those men who are peculiarly valuable in a new country, uniting in his character an indomitable energy with uncommon intelligence. Though possessed of not a small measure of physical strength, and a constitution materially injured by a too close application to a sedentary occupation, he successfully combated the great and almost insuperable difficulties which a settler from the old country has to contend with, and eventually became the most successful farmer in his vicinity. By his death the neighbourhood has lost an active, obliging and public-spirited member, and his numerous and interesting family a wise and indulgent parent.On Thursday, the 3d instant, Bathsheba, daughter of Mr. William Chandler, Lot 48, aged 19 years.
At his residence, this morning, Mr. Geroge Godsell Thresher, aged 78 years. Mr. Thresher was for upwards of 14 years Deputy Colonial Secretary and Registrar of Deeds for this Island. Funeral on Friday next, the 11th inst., when the friends and acquaintances are respectfully invited to attend.
On the 4th December, at the residence of his father, South Shore, Mr. Donald Levingston, teacher, for the last 10 years employed in New Brunswick, aged 39 years. He was buried on Tuesday last, with Masonic honors.
The Islander – Dec 18, 1857
Died.
On Monday, 7th instant, after a lingering illness, which he bore with Christian resignation to the Divine Will, Alexander, eldest son of Mr. Angus McPhail, Bannockburn, Lot 31, aged 29 years.On Sunday last, 13th inst., after a lingering illness, which she bore with Christian resignation to the Divine Will, Helen, only daughter of the late Donald McDonald, Esq., of this City, aged 36 years.
The Islander – Dec 25, 1857
Died.
On the 9th instant, Ann, the beloved wife of James Pendergast, Hope River, Lot 22, aged 33 years, leaving six children and a large circle of friends to mourn their loss.At Augustine Cove, on the 9th instant, in the 67th year of her age, Ann, the beloved wife of Mr. John McRae. The deceased bore her last illness with Christian patience, and was much and deservedly regretted by a large circle of friends and relations.
On the 10th Nov. last, at the north side of Murray Harbour, Township 63, Gavan McLure, aged 87 years. The deceased emigrated to this Island with his family from near the town of Ayr, in Scotland, in the Spring of 1821.
At Fox River, Lot 42, o the 7th inst., after a long and painful illness, which he bore with Christian patience, Mr. John McCormack, aged 27 years. He was much esteemed by all who had the pleasure of his acquaintance.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1858
Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1858. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.The Islander – Jan 8, 1858
Died.
At Cascumpec, on Tuesday, the 22d ult., in the 82nd year of his age, Mr. Philip John Peco, a native of Jersey.At the residence of her son, in Upper Duke st., Liverpool, on the 25th November last, Mrs. Agnus McKettrick, relict of the late Mr. James McKettrick, Mason, and youngest daughter of the late James McNeill, Royal Oak, Dumfries. Her remains were conveyed to the family burial ground, old Church Yard, Dumfries.
At Cove Head, on the 14th ult., of Brain Fever, Catharine, daughter of the late Malcolm Shaw, of Brackley Point, aged 17 years. Her end was peace.
At French River, New London, on the 8th ult., Emanuel W. Pillman, in the 49th year of his age.
At St. Peter’s Bay, on the 31 inst., Edward James, son of Mr. Edward Needham, aged 9 years.
The Islander – Jan 15, 1858
Died.
On Monday, the 4th instant, I the rear Settlement of Murray Harbour Road, Lot 57, Mr. Neil Matheson, aged 81 years. He emigrated to this Island in 1830, from the Isle of Skye, and was much respected.At Charlottetown, on Sunday last, Alexander, only son of Mr. Alex T. Coombs, aged 1 months.
On the 20th ult., after a long and painful illness of three months, Mr. John McInnis, of Gallows Point, aged 89 years, a native of the Isle of Barra, in Scotland, who emigrated to this Island in the year 1780. He leaves nine children, and eighty-five grand children to mourn his death.
On Wednesday, the 6th instant, Robert Fergus, youngest son of Mr. Alexander Robertson, St. Peter’s Road, aged two years and three weeks.
The Islander – Jan 22, 1858
Died.
On the evening of Monday last, at Belle Vue, deeply regretted, Anne Farrant, relict of the late William Haszard, aged 78 years.On Monday, the 18th inst., at St. Eleanor’s, Mr. John Couch, aged 41 years, a native of Plymouth, England. (Newbrunswick papers please copy)
At De Sable, Hillsborough Cottage, on the 13th instant, Mary, the beloved wife of William Marshall, Esq., aged 65 years. Her end was peace.
At Hillsborough House, on the 21st instant, Mary Ward, wife of John Barrow, Esquire, formerly of Hill Park, County of Kent, in the 84th year of her age. Funeral to take place on Monday next, at 2 o’clock.
The Islander – Jan 29, 1858
Died.
Yesterday evening, 27th inst., of Influenza, Henry Havelock, infant son of Mr. Albert H. Yates, aged one month.On Friday last, of Croup, William Martin, youngest son of Mr. W.T. Paw, aged three months.
The Islander – Feb 5, 1858
Died.
On the 6th January last, at Kew, aged 88 years, Charles Worrell, Esq., late of P.E. Island, third son of the late Jonathan Worrell, of Juniper Hall, Mickleham, Surrey, Esquire.At West River, on the 26th ult., James S., youngest son of Mr. Samuel Hyde, aged 11 months.
James Kier, a prisoner under sentence of the Supreme Court for two years imprisonment, died in Queen’s County Jail, Charlottetown, on Thursday, the 4th inst.
The Islander – Feb 12 1858
Died.
At Black River, on the 6th inst., Mary Jane, youngest daughter of Mr. John Matheson, aged 3 months.At West River, on the 26th ult., James S., youngest son of Mr. Samuel Hyde, aged 11 months.
At Cape Traverse, on Saturday, January 23, of Influenza, William, and on Monday, Feb. 1st John, children of Mr. David McFarlane.
On the 3rd inst., in the 14th year of his age, greatly regretted, James, second son of Malcolm McLean, New Perth, Georgetown Road. His death resulted from the effects of a wound in the (unreadable), the pain of which was indescribable; and to aggravate his sufferings, he had taken the measles, which hurried his premature decease. Having a strong impression on his mind, from the beginning, that he would not recover, he bore his sufferings with great patience and resignation, continually wishing for his departure, and to be with Christ, in whom he firmly believed the reading and study of the Scriptures being his greatest de---- previous to, and after his sickness. Although attended by (unreadable) Kaye and Cox, his disease could not be arrested one (unreadable). He died eight weeks after receiving the wound.
At Charlottetown, on Monday last, the 8th instant, after a somewhat protracted illness, in the 42d year of his age, Joseph McDonald, Esq., merchant of this city, leaving behind him a wife and seven children to mourn the loss of a kind parent and husband. His remains were accompanied to their last resting place on Thursday by a large concourse of relatives and friends.
At Ashfield, Lot 18, on the 7th instant, after a short illness, Charlotte Cameron, the beloved wife of John McKinnon, Esquire, aged 71 years. Her life and death gave satisfactory proof that she rests in the Lord.
The Islander – Feb 19, 1858
Died.
At the Head of Hillsborough, on Monday the 1st instant, Mr. Thomas Douglas, senior, in the 77th year of his age. The deceased was a man of remarkable integrity and genuine piety.On Saturday morning, 13th instant, Henry Linton, youngest son of Mr. G.R. Beer, of this City, aged 6 months.
At Belfast on Wednesday last, of Bronchitis, Harriet Ellen, fourth daughter of Edward Roberson, Esq., aged 10 weeks.
On the 26th ult., at Ventner, Isle of Wight, Major FitzHarbinge William Longuet Hancock, 7th highlanders, second son of the late Rear-Admiral John Hancock, C.B.
At Charlottetown, on the 18th instant, Mr. Thomas Found, aged 75 years. Funeral on Sunday next, at 3 o’clock.
The islander – Feb 26, 1858
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Wednesday the 24th instant, after a few days illness, Mr. Benj. Chappell, Surveyor of Lumber, aged 45 years.At York Point, on Tuesday last, the 23d instant, Mr. William White, aged 68 years, a native of East Lone, Cornwall; has resided on this Island for 42 years, during which period has been extensively engaged in shipbuilding; and highly respected as a man of integrity and uprightness. His loss will be deeply felt by his wife and family, and by a large circle of relative and friends.
The Islander – Mar 5, 1858
Died.
At New Perth, on the 1st of February, after a long and severe illness, borne with great resignation to the will of God, Catharine, the beloved wife of Mr. John McLaren, in the 53d year of her age. The deceased was a Christian of long standing and exemplary life, and enjoyed in sickness the comforts of the Gospel; she believed and obeyed in health, and died in the exercise of a good hope of a resurrection to glory everlasting on the appearing of Jesus Christ.At Bedeque, on the 26th Feb., aged 44, Mary Darrach, the beloved wife of Mr. Alexander McFarlane, after an illness of eight days, in full assurance of salvation through the blood of a crucified Saviour; her end was peace. In her death she left a disconsolate husband and five children, to mourn the loss of a dutiful wife and kind mother.
The Islander – Mar 12, 1858
Died.
At Saint Peter’s Lake, on the 9th day of February, James McEwen, senior, in the 79th year of his age, leaving a wife, 11 children, 46 gran-children, and 7 great-grandchildren, to mourn their loss. The deceased had been for many years a highly respected elder of the Presbyterian Church of St. Peter’s.On Monday last, at Dog River, William A., infant son of Mr. Archibald Levingston, aged 4 months.
This morning, Friday, March 12, at the residence of his Father, Mr. David Lawson, Stanhope, after a few days illness, Mr. James D. Lawson, aged 39 years. His funeral will take place, at the hour of two o’clock, on Sunday next, when relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend.The Islander – Mar 19, 1858
Died.
On Tuesday, the 9th inst., at the residence of his son-in-law, Mr. (unreadable), in Charlottetown, Mr. James Douglas, sen., of Fortune Bay, in the 74th year of his age.Very suddenly, at Port Hill, on Monday morning last, William McGregor, second son of David Ramsay, Esq., aged 25? Years.
At Lot 13, on Tuesday last, Patrick Murray, Labourer, aged about 35 years. It is said the unfortunate deceased came to his death by a blow received three or four days previous, when scuffling with another man.
The Islander – Mar 25, 1858
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Friday evening, 19th instant, after an illness of six days, of measles and inflammation of the chest, Jane, second daughter of Mr. John Hobbs, Cabinet maker, aged 13 years.At Three Rivers, Lot 61, a few days since, at the advanced age of 93 years, Mrs. Gardiner, a native of Plymouth England, and for the last thirty years a resident of this Island.
At Port Hill, in the 20th year of his age, William McGregor, second son of David Ramsay, Esq. His illness, protracted for nearly three years, he bore with meekness, patience and Christian submission to the divine will; and on Monday morning, the 15th inst., fell asleep in Jesus, with the full assurance of a triumphant resurrection and a glorious immortality. “Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord.”
The Islander – Apr 2, 1858
Died.
On the 23d ult., at Burnt Point, near Georgetown, aged 79, in sure and certain hope of the Resurrection to Eternal Life, Frances, consort of Sergt. Jeremiah Thomas, late of the 59th Regt. of Foot, and Grand-daughter of the late Rev. John Burgess, of St. George’s Parish, London.On the 23d ult., at Lot 48, Mrs. Mary Hood, aged 62 years, after a lingering illness. Her end was peace.
The Islander – Apr 9, 1858
Died.
On the 23d ult., at Nine Mile Creek, Mr. Lauchlin McLeod, aged 94 years. The deceased emigrated to this colony in the year 1803, from Isle of Skye, Scotland, and was generally respected for his integrity and pious demeanor by all who knew him. He has left a disconsolate widow and 11 children to mourn their irreparable loss. His end was peace.On the 14th of February last, at Milwalkie, Oregon Territory, Mr. Joseph McLellan, formerly Merchant of this city.
On the 2d inst., at Charlottetown, James, second son of Mr. James Cuhill, aged 4 years and 6 months.
At Stanhope, on the 8th inst., Margaret, Relict of the late Mr. Cornelius Higgins, aged 67 years. “They that sleep in Jesus will God bring with Him.”
Coroner’s Inquest – An Inquest was held on the 5th inst., on the body of Angus Murray, of Lot 31, Farmer. From the evidence given before the Coroner, it appeared that the deceased left town on Saturday evening for his own home by the ice, instead of the road, his usual and more direct course; upon reaching Mill Creek, the horse and sleigh fell through, and although there was scarcely two feet of water, the unfortunate man was so helplessly drunk that he could not rise from the sleigh, and was suffocated and drowned before any assistance could be afford him. He leaves nine children.
The Islander – Apr 16, 1858
Died.
At Montague River, on the 29th March, Henry Havelock, infant son of Alexander Campbell, aged 3 months and 27 days.At Falconwood, near this City, on the 3d instant, Mary, youngest daughter of Thomas Scott, Esq., aged 15 years.
At Charlottetown, very suddenly, on Tuesday morning last, Margaret, wife of Donald McIsaac, Esq., Sheriff of Queen’s County.
The Islander – Apr 23, 1858
Died.
On Saturday, the 17th instant, at the residence of Donald McIsaac, Esq., Charlottetown, Mr. James McLeod, aged 21 years, son of Mr. William McLeod, Belfast, leaving a large circle of friends and acquaintances to mourn his loss.At North Lake, East Point, a few days since, after 20 days severe suffering, Mr. Elisha Morrow, agded 68 years. His end was peace.
At Charlottetown, on Friday the 16th inst., after a protracted illness, Harriet, the beloved wife of Mr. Uriah Matthew, aged 44 years. Her end was peace.
At Charlottetown, on the 18th instant, Ingham Sutcliffe, son of Mr. Wm. Wright, aged 11 months.
At New Perth, on the 1st of March, Mr. John Dewar, an old and highly esteemed inhabitant, in the 68th year of his age. Mr. Dewar was a native of Perthshire, in Scotland, and was remarkable for uprightness and integrity. He was a member of the Baptist Church, and enjoyed the consolations of the Gospel which he professed. He was respected while he lived, and his death is deeply regretted by a large circle of relatives and friends.
The Islander – Arp 30, 1858
Died.
On the 19th inst., after a lingering illness of two years, Lauchlan Campbell, youngest sons of Mr. Archibald Campbell, of Nine Mile Creek, Lot 65, aged 22 years. His end was peace.On Sunday last, the 25th, of consumption, after a lingering illness of three years borne with Christian resignation to the Divine Will, Mrs. Eliza Marshall, second daughter of Mr. George Hix, of this City, aged 25 years, leaving a husband and child, with a numerous circle of relations and friends to mourn their irreparable loss.
On Wednesday 21st inst., of measles, Letitia Williams, second daughter of Mr. Joseph Webster, St. Peter’s Road, I the 20th year of her age. Her end was peace.
On Monday, 26th inst., Robert Key, M.D., a native of Arbroath, Scotland, aged 53. Also on the previous evening, Margaret, the wife of the above, aged 40. They have left three orphans in destitute circumstances. The benevolent desirous of contributing to their support, are referred to J.W. Morrison, Esq., who will thankfully receive subscriptions for their benefit, and furnish any information respecting them.
On Tuesday night, 27th inst., from the effects of injuries received by the falling of a retort at the Gas Works a short time since, Mr. Joseph Halsey a native of Essex, England, and late of the Royal Newfoundland Corps, aged 49.
On Friday 23d inst., Louis Charles Jenkins, infant son of Mr. John Hobbs, Cabinet maker, aged 10 months.
The Islander – May 7, 1858
Died.
At Lot 49, on Saturday, the 1st of May, after a long illness, Mr. John Edwards, aged 30 years.On the 18th March, at Hanfield, St. Peter’s Road, after a long and lingering illness which she bore with exemplary patience, and pious resignation to the Divine Will, Ann, the beloved wife of Mr. Duncan Ferguson, aged 45 years.
On the 21st of April, of Measles, aged 12 years, Kenneth, youngest son of the Hon. R. Macauley, near Georgetown.
At North Lake, East Point, a few days since, after 10 days severe suffering, Mr. Elisha Morrow, aged 68 years. His end was peace.
At Darnley, on the 15th inst., in the 64th year of her age, Margaret, relict of the late George Thomson, Esq. She bore her sickness with resignation in her Redeemer.
At Mira, C. R., lately, Mrs. Ellie Montgomery, widow of Archd. McDonald, aged 108 years.
On Sunday morning, 2d instant, Davies Nelson, infant son of Mr. Wellington Nelson, aged 5 months.
At Charlottetown, this day, May 7, at his residence, after a lingering illness of 8 months, Mr. Thomas Broyderick, Merchant, aged 48 years, leaving a wife and six children to mourn their irreparable loss. Funeral to take place at half-past three o’clock, o Sunday next.
In South Boston, on the 19th of April of Typhoid Fever, Mr. Richard Steele, formerly of Charlottetown, P.E. Island, aged 22 years and 4 months. He had been studying for the Ministry, at Andover, Mass., and previous to his last sickness, was in hopes, at some future time, of preaching Christ, and him crucified, to a dying world; but his brightest hopes have been cut short by an all-wife Providence, who does all things for the best. His remains were attended to the grave by Fifty-five of his classmates; which speaks much for the estimation they held for him while he was associated with them. He died in the full hope of a glorious resurrection. “O! that our end may be like his.”
The Islander – May 28, 1858
Died.
On the 26th of May, of consumption, Angus Fraser, third son of Donald Fraser, of Trout River, New London.Suddenly, at Mr. John Stewart’s, Lot 53, near Georgetown, P.E. Island, James Topping, Corporal royal Marines, late of H.M.S. Han…… Corporal Topping was a native of Bury, Lancashire, England, and had earned for himself a high character as a most distinguished officer. During the late war with Russia, he served in the Baltic and Black Sea fleets, for which he was awarded the Crimean and Baltic medals.
On the 11th instant, at French Fort, Daniel, second son of Mr. Alexander McGregor, aged 20 years. He was an affectionate son, and leaves many friends to mourn his loss.
On Saturday, 26th instant, at Middleton, Lot 26, of Apoplexy, Mr. William Cotton, aged 47 years. His end was peace.
On the 1st of May, at Downpatrick, Ireland, Mr. Abraham Ivers, aged 80 years, father of Mrs. Robert Bell, of this city.
On the 22d instant, of measles, Livinia Elizabeth, second daughter of Mr. James F. Webber, of this City, aged 4 years and 4 months.
The Islander – Jun 4, 1858
Died.
At Allisary, Saint Andrew’s, on the 20th inst., (sic ult.) after a short illness, Mr. Angus McDonald, the venerable and highly respected father of the Right Rev. Dr. McDonald, the Bishop of Charlottetown. The lamented deceased had emigrated to this Island at an early period of his life, and had attained the patriarchal age of 90 years. During his long residence at St. Andrew’s, he enjoyed the attachment and esteem of all who became acquainted with him; and his integrity and kindness of disposition will be long remembered by his numerous relatives and friends.On Friday evening last, 28th ultimo, after a long and severe illness, Ellen, second daughter of Mr. James McWilliams, Arisaig Mills, in the 23d year of her age.
On Monday, the 16th ultimo, after a short illness, Richard Graggett, Pensioner, late of the Royal Artillery, aged 64 years.
The Islander – Jun 11, 1858
Died.
At Tignish, on the 31st instant, in a full and certain hope of a joyful resurrection, Jane, the beloved wife of Benjamin Haywood, Esq., and second daughter of Archibald McMurdo, of Bedeque, aged 39 years. She has left a husband and six children to mourn the loss of a good wife and kind mother. Her end was peace.On the 1st inst., after a lingering illness of three weeks, at his brother’s residence, Lot 31, Mr. Donald McLaughlan, aged 68 years. The deceased emigrated to this Island in 1806; and was much esteemed by all his acquaintances. His end was peace.
On Tuesday, the 25th May last, at Andover, Mass., of Measles, after an illness of ten days, Mr. James Saint John Travers, Printer, aged 22 years, third son of Mr. John C. Travers, of this city.
At Sackville, N.B., on the 10th May last, Mr. John McKay, teacher, in the 38th year of his age, leaving a wife and one child to mourn their loss. The deceased was eldest son of Mr. James McKay, St. Peter’s Bay.
In this city, on Friday the 4th instant, Mr. John Gibson, merchant, aged 36 years. He has left a wife and one child to mourn their irreparable loss.
On Monday morning, 7th inst., Mr. F.A.F. Nelson, fourth son of Samuel Nelson, Esq., aged 43 years.
On the 23d ult., at Boston, Mass., I the 34th year of his age, Mr. William Westacott, fourth son of Mr. Samuel Westacott, of this city. He leaves a large circle of friends and relatives to mourn the loss.
Of Dropsey, yesterday, the 10th inst., Ann the beloved wife of Mr. Stephen Squires, Senr., formerly of England, aged 75 years. The funeral will take place from the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. Jas. McGregor’s, King’s Square, tomorrow, Saturday the 12th. Friends are respectfully requested to attend.
At Charlottetown, on Thursday, June 10, after a lingering illness, Miss Margaret Douglass, aged 39 years. Funeral will take place tomorrow, Saturday at half-past two o’clock, from the residence of her brother, Kent Street.
The Islander – Jun 18, 1858
Died.
At Flat River, on the 6th current, Christina, consort of Mr. Malcolm Beaton. The deceased, who died very suddenly, leaves her partner, three sons and six daughters, and other relatives and friends, to lament their irreparable loss. Mrs. Beaton was niece of Mr. McLeod, of Tabisnitack, N.B., the well known friend and employer of many Scotchmen of this Island. She has been a faithful wife, a devoted and indulgent mother, and an inoffensive and kind neighbor.On the 4th inst., at Tryon, after a protracted illness, which he bore with Christian fortitude, and resignation to the Divine Will, Deacon Peter Howat, in the 58th year of his age. The deceased filled the office of Deacon in the Baptist Church with much credit for a number of years and was much respected by all who knew him. He has left a widow and eight children to mourn the loss of an affectionate husband and a kind and indulgent parent.
The Islander – Jun 25, 1858
Died.
At Lot 11, of Cancer in the breast, on the 26th May last, I the 35th year of her age, Margaret, the beloved wife of Mr. Hugh Ramsay. The deceased resided at St. Eleanor’s with Mr. Hugh Smith from her infancy, until a short time prior to her death, where she gained the esteem and regard of a numerous circle of relatives and friends; as her approaching end drew near, her resignation to the Divine Will and firm reliance for strength from above, enabled her to look upon death as the termination of her sufferings here, and as
“The messenger of peace,
That calls the soul to heaven.”On Tuesday the 22d, Amelia Jane, second daughter of Daniel Davies, Esq., aged 2 years and 5 months.
At Princetown Royalty, on the 1st inst., Martha, wife of Mr. John Coughlan, at the advanced age of 79 years.
This morning, (Friday) at Devenport Cottage, Anna Maria, daughter of the Hon. T.H. Haviland. Funeral will take place on Monday next the 28th inst., at two o’clock p.m.
The Islander – Jul 2, 1858
Died.
Suddenly, at Charlottetown, on the 1st inst., John, infant son of Mr. John Ings, aged 10 months.The Islander – Jul 9, 1858
Died.
On Sunday morning, the 4th instant, of congestion of the brain, at the residence of her uncle, the Hon. W.W. Lord, Annie Eliza Cooke, beloved and only daughter of Mrs. Benjamin Davies, aged twelve years and six months.At North River, of consumption, on Tuesday the 6th inst., John Bruce, eldest son of Mr. John McPhee, aged 19 years.
The Islander – Jul 16, 1858
Died.
On Tuesday, the 7th instant, after a long and painful illness, which he bore with Christian Resignation to the Divine will, Mr. John B. McPhee, departed this life in the 19th year of his age. He was the eldest son of Mr. John McPhee, of North River. His loss will be severely felt by a large and numerous circle of friends; but their loss, we have every reason to hope, is his eternal gain.On Sunday, the 11th instant, at Charlottetown, Ann McGowan, relict of the late Peter McGowan, Esquire, formerly Attorney General of this Island, in the 92d year of her age.
On Friday, the 9th instant, of consumption, Ann Margaret, eldest daughter of Mr. John Heartz, of this city, aged 20 years.
In this city, of consumption, this morning, (Friday) 16th inst., Mr. Charles McLaren, late of Georgetown, aged 42 years. The funeral will take place on Sunday next, 18th inst., at 2 o’clock, from his late residence in Great George street, when friends and acquaintances are respectfully invited to attend.
The Islander – Jul 23, 1858
Died.
At Princetown Road, on the 9th inst., Mr. John Dixon, in the 78th year of his age. He bore a protracted illness with perfect resignation and manifested throughout a firm reliance on the Great Atonement. His death would be regretted by a large circle of fond relatives and friends, but for the assurance that he has entered on his eternal rest, which is far better.At Darnley, Mr. George Thomson, aged 44 years.
The Islander – Jul 30, 1858
Died.
On Saturday last, the 24th instant at his residence, Rose Bank, after a tedious illness, Charles Stewart, Esq., in the 46th year of his age.On Tuesday, the 20th inst., the beloved wife of Mr. Wm. Butcher, Esq., in the 74th year of her age.
On Tuesday, Catherine Elizabeth, youngest child of Mr. Donald McLeod, carpenter, of this city, aged 7 months.
On Friday, July 23, Florence Edith, daughter of Mr. John Tanton, of this city, aged 6 months.
On Wednesday morning, the 28th inst., of consumption, Ewen, third son of Mr. Lauchlin McDonald, Princetown Road, aged 28 years. He died in the full assurance of faith in the merits of his Redeemer.
The Islander – Aug 6, 1858
Died.
On the 27th ultimo, of Paralysis, Mr. John Nicolle, Sailmaker, of White Sands. The deceased was an old and respected inhabitant, and leaves a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn his loss.At Charlottetown, on Saturday the 24th ultimo, at the residence of her uncle, Margaret, third daughter of Mr. William C. Keily, of Morell, aged 24 years.
On Thursday the 29th ultimo, at the family residence, Vernon River, after a short illness, Flora, relict of the late Mr. John Macdonald, sen., in the 84th year of her age.
The Islander – Aug 13, 1858
Died.
On Thursday, the 15th July, June, eldest daughter of Mr. Neil Stewart, East River, Lot 34, aged 24 years.On the 1st inst., from the effect of measles, John fourth son of C.M. Willock, Esq., aged eleven years and three months.
At Savage Harbour, on the 31st July, Mr. John McEachern, brother of the late Bishop McEacher, in the 94th year of his age.
This morning, after a tedious and protracted illness, which she bore with exemplary resignation to the Divine Will, Mary, second daughter of the late Charles Stewart, Esq., Attorney General of this Island. Funeral from her late residence, on Sunday next, at 3 o’clock.
The Islander – Aug 20, 1858
Died.
At Five Mile House, St. Peter’s Road, Lot 34, on the 29th June last, Janet, relict of the late Peter McFarlane, aged 83.The Islander – Aug 27, 1858
Died.
On Saturday, the 14th inst., at Rose Valley, Lot 67, Mr. John MacDonald, aged 50 years, leaving a wife and six children, and numerous friends and relatives, to mourn his loss. The deceased was a native of Isle of Skye, Scotland, and was much beloved for his peaceable and pious character. He died in the full assurance of faith in the merits of his Redeemer.On Wednesday, the 18th inst., of paralysis, aged 78 years, at the residence of her sn-in-law, Mr. John Treanor, North Wiltshire, Mary Isabella Leach, daughter of the late Edmund Leach, Esquire, of Cornwall, England, and relict of the late Thomas Locke, Esq., of Granville Farm, New London, and formerly of Devonshire, England. She expressed a firm hope in her last illness of entering into rest.
At York River, on Saturday, 24th ult., of cancer, after a lingering and painful illness of eleven months; which she bore with pious resignation to the Divine Will, Jane, the beloved wife of Mr. William Warren, jun., aged 54 years, leaving a husband and one daughter, together with a numerous circle of relatives and friends, to mourn their loss.
At New London, on the 17th of August of brain fever, Alexander Alfred, aged 16 years, eldest son of Mr. George Anderson, much regretted by his sorrowing parents.
“Tis God that lifts our comforts high,
Or sinks them to the grave;
He gives, and when he takes away,
He takes but what he gave”On the 10th ultimo, after a short illness, Mr. James Cousins, Sen., of South West River, New London, in the 70th year of his age. The deceased was an old and respected inhabitant of the place, and leaves a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn a loss. He died in full reliance on the merits of his Redeemer.
On 31st June, at his residence, Hermitage Farm, Lot 43, Mr. John Mcdonald, (Ronald McDonald’s son, Big Cape, deceased), in the 66th year of his age.
At Charlottetown, on Wednesday morning last, the 25th instant, after a long and painful illness, borne with a meek and trustful Christian spirit, Margaret A., wife of Charles Dempsey, Esq., merchant of this city, aged 45 years. The deceased was much respected by all who knew her, and leaves a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. She died in the full hope of a glorious resurrection and a blissful immortality.
“After life’s fitful fever she sleeps well.”
Requiescat in paceAt Bedeque, on the 13th July, Ann, third daughter of the late John Craig, Esq., aged 33 years. On Sunday morning, 22d inst., Elizabeth, fifth daughter, aged 22 years, both from the effects of Measles.
The Islander – Sep 3, 1858
Died.
On the 29th ult., Charlotte, the beloved wife of Mr. Charles Brehaut, in the 24th year of her age, after a short illness of four days. Patience and resignation characterized her amid great suffering, and she died relying on the merits of her Saviour. A large circle of relatives and friends mourn her loss. “In the midst of life we are in death.”The Islander – Sep 10, 1858
Died.
On Sunday, 5th instant, after an illness of five weeks, Ada Ellen May, youngest daughter of Mr. James J. Rice, of this City, aged 11 ½ months.On the 8th instant, James Peake, infant son of the late Mr. Benjamin Chappell, aged 13 months.
At Charlottetown, August 25, after a protracted illness which he bore with Christian resignation to the Divine Will, John Nicholson, Carpenter, in the 42d year of his age, formerly of Nova Scotia. He has left a widow and five children to mourn their irreparable loss. His remains were followed to their last resting place by his brethren of the Mystic Tie.
The Islander – Sep 17, 1858
Died.
Of consumption, on the 10th instant, Mr. Angus Campbell, of Millcove, aged 31 years. The deceased has left a wife and five children to mourn their irreparable loss.At Pembroke Cottage, Lot 49, on the 3d September, Mr. Richard I. Wisner, in the 84th year of his age. He died relying on the merits of his Saviour.
On Saturday morning, Anna Catharine, infant daughter of Daniel Davies, Esq., aged 10 months.
At Williamsburgh, N.Y., on the 16th ult., after a long and painful illness, which he bore with Christian resignation to the will of his Heavenly Father, Mr. William Douglas, formerly of P.E. Island, aged 46 years.
On Sunday 5th inst., after an illness of three months, William Thomas, youngest son of Mr. W.J.M. Dougan, of this city, aged 17 months.
At Argyle, New York, on the 2d instant, Andrew B. Richardson, Esq., formerly of Halifax, Nova Scotia, aged 48 years.
On Wednesday the 8th instant, after an illness of four weeks, George Henry, infant son of Mr. John Weldon, aged 11 ¾ months.
At Brudenell River, on Monday the 6th inst., ”in sure and certain hope of the resurrection to eternal life”, Mr. John Burnett, a native of Melrose, Scotland, and for many years a respected resident of the neighbourhood, aged 86 years.
The Islander – Sep 24, 1858
Died.
At Truro, on Thursday, the 23d instant at the advanced age of 79 years, the Rev. Dr. Kier, of Princetown Royalty. The deceased gentleman had been absent from the Island for a few weeks, and on his way home was taken ill at Truro, and died in a few days. Few men have departed this life more universally respected.At Williamsburgh, N.Y., on the 16th ultimo, after a long and painful illness, which he bore with Christian resignation to the Will of his Heavenly Father, Mr. William Douglass, formerly of P.E. Island, aged 46 years.
On Saturday last, the 18th instant, after a long illness, Mr. Thos. Collins, for many years a sea captain sailing from this port, and a very respectable inhabitant of this city, aged 67 years.
At Melbourne, Australia, on the 4th of May last, Mr. William Craig, M.D., formerly of St. John, N.B.
The Islander – Oct 1, 1858
Died.
On the 23rd inst., at French River, New London, of abdominal inflamation¸Donald McLeod, in the 57th year o f his age. The deceased has left a widow and nine children to mourn the loss of a tender husband and loving parent.On Friday, the 24th ult., Frank Tisdale, infant son of Mr. John Lea, aged 17 days.
On the 4th ult., full of years, William Warren, Esq., of the North River, at the advanced age of 84 years. The deceased has left a sorrowing widow, and a large family to mourn their loss. Mr. Warren was one of the oldest and most respectable inhabitants of this, his native island. He was almost universally known, and generally beloved and respected. He was connected with the Wesleyan church over thirty years and always maintained a consistent character for piety and holiness. His end was peace and he died full of hope of a glorious and never ending eternity of bless and of Joy.
On Monday, the 27th ult., Harriet, youngest daughter of Mr. Edmund Mawley, of this city, aged 13 months.
Suddenly, on Monday last, the 27th ult., Adelaide Georgiana, wife of Mr. J.S. Richardson, and youngest daughter of the late Mr. George A. Hughes, formerly of the commissariat Department Halifax, in the 27th year of her age.
The Islander – Oct 8, 1858
Died.
Of Cancer, on the 16th ultimo, Mr. Robert Lemon, sen., Pensioner of Montague River, in the 67th year of his age. The deceased was universally respected by all who had the pleasure of his acquaintance.The Islander – Oct 15, 1858
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Monday, the 11th instant, Jane, infant daughter of the late William Smale, aged 10 ½ monthsAt the Lunatic Asylum, on Friday the 8th October, Jessie Nicholson, aged 45 years, a native of the Isle of Skye, Scotland.
At Charlottetown, on Monday the 11th instant, Mr. William Webbey, formerly of the County of Somersetshire, England, in the 73d year of his age.
At Brudenell River, on Wednesday the 6th instant, Mr. John Stewart, in the 16th year of his age.
The Islander – Oct 22, 1858
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Wednesday the 20th instant, Mr. James Wilson, Teacher, West River, aged 19 years. Requiescat in pace.Drowned at Natashquan, on the Labrador Coast, by the swamping of a boat on the 10th of June last, Capt Charles Sutherland, a native of Sydney, Cape Breton, aged 64.
The Islander – Oct 29, 1858
Died.
On Friday, the 22d instant, at half past one o’clock, after a lingering illness, Elizabeth Allan, wife of Thomas B. Tremain, Esq., of this City.Widow Nicolson, consort of the late Donald Nicolson, Esq., or Orwell, died on the 4th current, of cancer, having also been long affected with blindness, which she bore with much Christian resignation. The deceased and partner were among the first settlers in the district and were much respected, and noted for their generous hospitality. They leave one son and several daughters, characterized by similar virtues.
Mr. Donald Gillis, of Hartfield, Belfast, died of cancer, on the 7th inst., after enduring much intense pain, which he bore with patience, anxiously desirous of being resigned under the chastening hand of the Lord, yet longing to be delivered from the sore ills of his frail tabernacle. The deceased was 71 years of age; long a respectable inhabitant of the district, leaving his consort and 11 children to lament their irreparable loss.
At the West River, on Monday, the 4th inst., of cancer, Mr. Neil McFadyen, aged 44 years. The deceased has left a wife and three children, and was much esteemed by all his relatives and friends. His end was peace.
At Crapaud, on the 8th inst., after an illness of six weeks which he bore with Christian resignation to the Divine will, John Wadman, in the 56th year of his age, leaving a widow and thirteen children to mourn their irreparable loss.
The Islander – Nov 5, 1858
Died.
At the West River, on Monday the 4th instant, of cancer, Mr. Neil McFadyen, aged 41 years.At Crapaud, on the 8th instant, John Wadman, in the 56th year of his age, leaving a widow and thirteen children to mourn their irreparable loss.
At Lot 49, a few days since, after a long illness, Mr. John Acorn, leaving a large family.
The Islander – Nov 12, 1858
Died.
At Freetown, Sept. 18th, Mr. James Van Baskirk, after enduring much pain, which he bore with patience, anxiously desirous of being resigned under the chastening hand of the Lord, yet longing to be delivered from the sure ills of his frail tabernacle. The deceased was in the 69th year of his age, and was universally respected by all who had the pleasure of becoming his acquaintance. He leaves his consort and nine children, besides a large number of relatives and friends to lament their irreparable loss.At Lot 49, on the 19th of October, Mr. John Acorn, in the 65th year of his age. He bore a protracted illness with perfect resignation, and manifested throughout a firm reliance on the great atonement. His death would be regretted by a large circle of fond relatives and friends, but for the assurance that he has entered his eternal rest, which is far better.
On Monday the 25th October, aged 44 years, Lucy, the beloved wife of Mr. James McEachern, Long Creek, Lot 65.
The Islander- Nov 19, 1858
Died.
On Thursday, the 11th inst., of consumption, William, only son of Mr. James McWilliams, Arisaig Mills, St. Peter’s Road, aged 21 years. He was universally beloved in life, and died the “full assurance of faith.”On Monday, the 8th inst., at Ellen’s Creek, Royalty, Sampson Symons, in the 81st year of his age.
At the Lunatic Asylum, on Tuesday, the 9th inst., William Daly, a native of Queen’s County, Ireland, aged 52 years.
On Sunday last, Mary, the fifth daughter of the late Rev. T. DesBrisay, Rector of Charlottetown, for forty years a consistent member of the Wesleyan Methodist Church in this City, in the 66th year of her age.
The Islander – Nov 26, 1858
Died.
Suddenly, at Charlottetown, on the 22d instant, Amelia Jane, third daughter of Mr. John Harper, aged 3 years and 6 weeks.At Launching Place, on the 31st October, Mr. James McCormack, aged 48 years.
At Bloomfield, Grand River, Lot 56, on the 7th instant, Helen, daughter of John E. Macdonald, Esq., in the 14th year of her age.
At Lot 18, on the 13th instant, John Taylor, a native of that place, at the advanced age of 80 years, in humble dependence for Salvation on the merits of the Redeemer.
At Pisquid, on Thursday, the 18th instant, Catherine, relict of the late Allan McDonald, Garrahela, aged 74 years.
The Islander – Dec 3, 1858
Died.
On the 16th ultimo, at Murray Harbour, Mr. Charles Davey, a respected inhabitant of that place, aged 78 years.At Murray Harbour, on the 7th November, “in sure and certain hope of the Resurrection to eternal life, through Our Lord Jesus Christ,” Elizabeth Diamond, aged 72, a native of Castlecomber, County Kilkenny, Ireland.
At West River, on Saturday morning, the 27th November, Eliza Jane, eldest daughter of Mr. Theophilus D. Crosby, aged 4 years.
At Taunton, United States, on the 17th ultimo, in the 51st year of his age, George Rankin, Esq., eldest son of the late Major C.D. Rankin, of this city.
This morning, at the residence of her son-in-law, Capt. Oulton, Margaret Trusedale, late of New York, in the 75th year of her age.
The Islander – Dec 10, 1858
Died.
Suddenly, at Savage Harbour, on Monday the 6th instant, Mr. William Coffin, aged 56 years.At Albion Farm, Three Rivers, on the 22d ultimo, Hannah, relict of the late George Aitken, Esq., aged 81 years. The departure of the deceased, and of her late lamented husband, ware events felt and deplored far beyond the circle of their immediate relatives. In them were happily blended habits of persevering industry, cordial hospitality, and sincere piety. During that period of the history of this community over which their long lives extended, those qualities brought them into pleasing prominence, and rendered them almost necessarily beloved – and in proportion to the esteem in which they were held while living, their death is now lamented. Theirs, however, were the circumstances in which death can be most cordially welcomed, and in which sorrowing relatives can best endure its bereaving stroke, when the past is bright with pleasant memories, and the future glowing with a well founded hope of immortality. Those that are planted in the house of the Lord shall flourish in the Courts of our God.
The Islander – Dec 24, 1858
Died.
At Midgell, St. Peter’s, on the 6th instant, Mr. William Coffin, in the 58th year of his age. The deceased had been in the enjoyment of health up to the morning on which he died, when he began to complain of weakness and in five minutes afterwards he was a corpse. He had been for many years an Elder in the Presbyterian Church, at St. Peter’s, and was always distinguished for his amiable disposition, and exemplary conduct. He has left a widow and twelve children to mourn their irreparable loss.At Seven Mile Bay, Lot 27, on the 7th instant, after a long and painful illness, Mr. Neil Macdonald, in the 75th year of his age. He has left a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn their irreparable loss.
Suddenly, of Paralysis, on Monday, the 14th inst., Mr. Malcolm McLaren, of Winsloe Road, in the 70th year of his age.
The Islander – Dec 31, 1858
Died.
At Lot 13, on Sunday night, the 19th instant, after a long illness, Neil, son of Mr. John Ramsay, aged 22 years.At the Brae, Lot 9, on Monday the 20th instant, after a long illness, Murdock, son of Mr. Neil McKinnon, aged 21 years.
At Bedeque, on the 24th instant, after a long and tedious illness, borne with Christian patience, Janet, the beloved wife of Mr. Anthony McCaul, sen., in the 64th year of her age.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI
DEATH NOTICES - 1859
Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid - 2015
The following death notices appeared in THE ISLANDER during the year of 1859. The date of publication is shown prior to the item(s). There is no implication that this is all that may have been published in these editions since some editions are missing and some of the issues are unreadable.The Islander – Jan 7, 1859
Died.
At Mobile, Alabama, 27th October last, in the 27th year of his age, John, fourth son of Mr. Donald Stewart, Lot 48.At Salisbury, N.B., on the 26th ult., Emily, wife of Mr. William McLennan, in the 31st year of her age, and daughter of Mr. C.C. Davison, late of this city.
At Charlottetown, on Thursday morning, the 6th inst., suddenly, of disease of the heart, Julia Elizabeth, eldest daughter of Mr. George Foster, aged 16 years. The deceased was characterized by an amiableness of disposition by which she was well beloved by all who knew her. Friends of the deceased are respectfully requested to attend the funeral on Sunday, at 3 ½ o’clock.
The Islander – Jan 14, 1859
Died.
At Pleasant Valley, Malpeque Road, on the 18th inst., Ann, the beloved wife of Mr. John Murray, in her 66th year. The remembrance of the departed will long and fondly be cherished by her attached family and friends.On Monday last, at Dog River, of Rheumatic Fever, after a lingering illness of 12 months, which he bore with patience and resignation, Mr. Archibald McPhail, youngest son of Mr. Archibald McPhail, aged 24 years.
At East Point, Lot 47, on 22nd December, after a short illness, which he bore with Christian patience, Mr. John Bane Campbell, in the 68th year of his age. He has left a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn their irreparable loss.
On Sunday, the 2nd inst., Thomas Gorman, of Groho, Dingwell’s Mills, Bay Fortune Road, of Cancer, which he bore with unexemplary patience for the last 10 months, in the 62nd year of his age. The deceased was universally respected for being an upright, honest and industrious person, by all who had the pleasure of his acquaintance. Requiescant in pace.
The Islander – Jan 21, 1859
Died.
On the 21st of December last, at her residence 83 Jermyn Street, St. James’, London, aged 88, Harriet, second daughter of the late Jonathan Worrell, of Juniper Hall, Mickleham, Surrey, Esq.At Orwell Bay, on the 1st instant, Jessie Anderson, relict of the late Murdock Maclean, of that place, in the 46th year of her age.
At New Wiltshire, on the 30th ultimo, Mr. Robert H. Edwards, aged 41 years, much respected. He leaves a wife and seven children to mourn their loss.
At Charlottetown, on the 15th instant, of Chronic Bronchitis, Mr. James McComb, merchant, of this city, aged 75 years. He was a native of Flurry Bridge, near Jonesboro, County Louth, Ireland.
At Georgetown, on Monday the 10th inst., of consumption, Mr. Phillip R. LeBroe?, aged 21.
At Charlottetown, January 21, at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. John S. Brenner, Mrs. Susannah Beer, aged 78 years.
The Islander – Jan 28, 1859
Died.
At Norwich, on the 21st ult., after a few days’ illness, Helen, Lady Page Turner, daughter of John Walsey Bayfield, Esq., and widow of Sir Gregory Osborne Page Turner, fourth Baronet, of Battlesden Park, in the county of Badford, and Ambrosden, in the county of Oxford, who died in 1843. She was sister of Admiral Bayfield, and aunt of the present Baronet, Sir Edward Page Turner, and sister-in-law of Sir Henry Winston Barron, Bart., and connected with several noble families. Lady Page Turner was married, secondly, in 1811, to Captain Cholmondeley, who survives her. Her Ladyship was in her sixty-fourth year at the time of her demise. – Illustrated London News, Dec 25, 1859.At Millbrook, N.S., on the 13th inst., of consumption, Mr. John Maitland Dalgleish, aged 53 years, fourth son of the late William Dalgleish, Esq., of Scotscraig, Fifeshire, Scotland.
At Murray Harbour, on the 11th inst., Elizabeth Marchant, aged 88 years. The deceased was a consistent member of the Bible Christian Church for several years.
The Islander – Feb 4, 1859
Died.
At his residence, Kew Green, Surry, on the 7th January, John Matthews, Esq., aged 84 years, father of Mrs. James Reddin, of this city.At Cardigan River, on the 16th ult., after a short illness, in the 29th year of her age, Margaret, the beloved wife of Mr. Donald Steele, leaving a husband and five children to deplore their irreparable loss. Her friendly disposition gained for her the good will of every one that knew her.
ON Sunday, the 30th ult., at his residence, Marshfield, the Hon. Edward Curtis Haythorne, member of the Legislative Council, in his 46th year, after a long and painful illness, borne with Christian patience and resignation.
On Monday evening last, 31st ult., after an illness of a few days, Elizabeth Mary, daughter of Mr. James J. Rice, aged 3 years.
The Islander – Feb 15, 1859
Died.
At Bendigo, Australia, 12th October, 1858, after an illness of four months, Mr. Alexander McKinnon, formerly of this City, aged 59 years.At Pownal Point, on Sunday, the 23rd ult., Mr. William Weldon, aged 79 years. The deceased emigrated to this Island, from Yorkshire, I the year 1817.
The Islander – Feb 18, 1859
Died.
At Bloomfield, Lot 36, Catharine, relict of the late Mr. Alexander McDonald, aged 75 years.At Oyster Cove, Lot 18, on the 11th instant, after an illness of five days, Mr. Malcolm McKendrick of that place, aged 81 years. The deceased was one of the oldest native inhabitants of this Colony; was characterised by a peaceable disposition, and unobtrusive manners; lived on good terms with all his neighbours, and was for many years a consistent member of the Presbyterian congregation at Princetown. His reliance on the merits of the Saviour continued firm and unshaken to the last. His end was peace.
On the 4th instant, at the family residence, Greenfield Farm, Wood Islands Settlement, after a long and painful illness, which she bore with patience and resignation to the Divine will, Catharine, wife of Peter Emery, Esq., in the 72d year of her age. The deceased was a native of Stirlingshire, Scotland, and emigrated from Glenelg, Invernesshire, to this Island, in the year 1820, along with her husband and family.
At Anderson’s Road, on Monday, the 14th instant, of paralysis, Mary, the beloved wife of Mr. Angus McDonald, aged 61 years. Her Christian, peaceful and amiable disposition rendered her generally respected by a large circle of friends and acquaintances.
The Islander – Mar 4, 1859
Died.
At Stanhope, on Sunday, the 29th ult., Mr. John Lawson, leaving three children and a large circle of friends to lament their loss.At West River, on Wednesday, the 15th ult., in the 95th year of her age, Sarah, relict of the late Donald McPhee. The deceased emigrated to this Island, from Colonsay, Argyleshire, Scotland, with her husband and family in 1806. She has left 8 children, 58 grandchildren, 138 great grandchildren, and 10 great great grandchildren.
On Thursday, the 3d inst., Alice Laura, infant daughter of John Brecken, Esq., aged 2 years and 2 months.
At Crapaud, on Saturday morning, the 26th ultimo, after a short illness of five days, of scarlet fever, Louisa Ann, daughter of Mr. James Bulpitt, in the 13th year of her age.
At Tryon, on Monday last, the 28th ult., Mrs. Crawford, an old and respectable inhabitant of the place.
At Charlottetown on Wednedsay, the 2d inst., after a long illness, George Day, Esq., M.D., aged 70 years.
The Islander – Mar 11, 1859
Died.
At Crapaud, on the 26th ultimo, Jane Chron, aged 73 years, the beloved wife of Mr. Peter Rogerson. The deceased was native of the Parish of Dryfesdale, Dumfrieshire, Scotland, and emigrated to this Island with her husband and family in 1841. She was an anxious and most affectionate mother. Her loss is sorely lamented. She died calmly, surrounded by her family, fully resigned, and in the joyful hope of a glorious resurrection.At Crapaud, on the 12th ultimo, Moore Morpeth, infant daughter of William Rogerson.
At Crapaud, on Saturday evening, the 6th inst., after a short illness of six days, of scarlet fever, Jabez, son of Mr. James Bulpit, in the 15th year of his age.
At Mount Stewart, on the 9th inst., the infant daughter of Mr. R.Galbraith, aged 1 month and 9 days.
The Islander – Mar 18, 1859
Died.
At Bedeque, on the 4th inst., Ada, relict of the late Lewis Baker, in the 73d year of her age. With an intelligent mind and amiable disposition, she was enabled to a good old age, to adorn the Christian character; and after a week’s illness quietly fell asleep in Jesus.At Hyeres, near Toulon, in the South of France, whither he had gone for the benefit of his health, on the 19th of January last, in his 27th year, of pulmonary consumption, Rev. Gilbert C. Wiggins, late Rector of the Parish of Greenwich, Peterville, N.B., and eldest son of the Rev. Dr. Wiggins, Rector of Maugerville. His zeal in his Master’s word led him to exert himself beyond his strength, which implanted the seeds of the disease which brought him to an early grave. He died as he had lived, in sure and certain hope of a blessed immortality.
Yesterday, the 17th inst., were interred the mortal remains of the wife of the Rev. Dr. Jenkins, many years the respected Pastor of the Episcopal congregation in this city. This excellent and lamented Lady was followed to her last home by numerous sorrowing relations and family connections, and by a large number of persons of all classes and denominations, anxious to testify their grateful recollection of on who, for many years, had been the conspicuous, yet humble, distributor of Christian benevolence and charity to the sick and necessitons of all classes of our population. Mrs. Jenkins died on the 14th inst., aged 67. Her disease, which terminated her useful career, was pulmonary Hemorrhage.
At Black River, Lot 35, on the 17th inst., Elizabeth, third daughter of Mr. Thomas A. Dougan, aged 15 years.
The Islander – Mar 25, 1859
Died.
At the residence of his son, Union Road, on the 13th instant, Mr. Thomas Mellish, formerly of Cherry Valley, in the 82d year of his age. The deceased was probably the oldest native living in the Colony, being born at Rustico in 1778. He was remarkable through life for his integrity, piety and intelligence. He cherished a spirit of hearty loyalty towards the Crown and Church of England, and was ever ready to assert the majesty of the one, or to give a reason for his devoted attachment to the other.At Uigg, Township No. 50, on Wednesday, the 16th instant, Mr. Murdoch McLeod, aged 84 years.
At North River, on the 21st ult., Mr. Donald McIntyre, aged 69. He emigrated to this Island from Perthshire, Scotland, in the year 1820.
The Islander – Apr 1, 1859
Died.
At Montague River, on the 19th ult., Donald Campbell, Schoolmaster, an ornament to society, and a member, a consistent member, of the Associating Baptist Church at Three Rivers. In his life, loving and beloved; in his death, precious; and now with Him on whom by faith, an assured confidence, he leaned, passing over Jordan. “Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from henceforth; yea, saith the spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them.” The deceased was of Isla, Argyleshire, Scotland, aged 60 years and six months.At Point du Cheinue, Shediac, on the 13th March, Elizabeth Leo, wife of Mr. Peter R. McDonald, I the 28th year of her age.
The Islander – Apr 8, 1859
Died.
At Kenwith, April 6th, of scarlet fever, Edith Eliza, eldest child of John M. Holl, Esq., aged 4 years and 7 months.On the 1st instant, of consumption, Mr. Angus Munn, of Wood Island, aged 23 years. The deceased was of exemplary character, and deservedly loved by a large circle of relatives and acquaintances.
At Brudenell River, on Wednesday the 30th ultimo, aged 74, Annie, relict of Mr. John Burnett. She was a native of Scotland, and for many years a well known and respected inhabitant of Georgetown.
At St. John’s, Newfld., on the 23d February last, Susanah, the beloved wife of J.C. Withers, Esq., Queen’s Printer, in the 42d year of her age, leaving a disconsolate husband and affectionate family to lament their irreparable loss.
At Covehead, on the 30th ultimo, Jane Parvin, widow of the late Mr. William Cass, aged 73 years.
At Crapaud, on the 28th ultimo, Jessie Ellen, daughter of Mr. Thomas Rogerson, of Upper Westmorland Settlement, after a short illness of scarlet fever, in the fourth year of her age.
On Wednesday, the 30th ultimo, at his residence at Nine Mile Creek, Lot 65, Mr. John Levingston, sen., aged 86 years.
The Islander – Apr 15, 1859
Died.
At Little York, on the 3d instant, of Scarlet Fever, Wallace, eldest son of Mr. Henry Hardy in the 19th year of his age.At Little York, on the 8th instant, of Scarlet Fever, Eliza, eldest daughter of Mr. Henry Hardy, aged 23 years.
At his late residence, in the East Royalty of Charlottetown, Mr. John Lowry, in the 36th year of his age, deservedly regretted by all who knew him, leaving a sorrowing widow and young family to realize their irreparable loss. Mr. Lowry had for some time filled with great acceptance the office of Class Leader in the Wesleyan Church. Throughout his last illness he was peculiarly sustained by the powerful consolations of our holy religion, and his end was peace.
At Cove Head, on the 11th of last March, Jannet, wife of Mr. M. Darrach, aged 78 years, much lamented by all her acquaintances, leaving a disconsolate husband and family to mourn their loss.
At Blackheath, G.B., on the 13th of March, in his 98th year, Thomas Fellowes, Esq., the father of Robert Fellowes, Esq., of this city.
On the 9th instant, of Scarlet Fever, Agnes Maude, only daughter of John Hunter, Esq., of the Associated Press.
At Sea, while on a sealing voyage, on the 13th March, Mr. Edward C. McCallum, eldest son of Peter McCallum, Esq., Peter’s Bay, aged 29 years. His remains were brought to St. John’s, Newfoundland, on the 3rd April, and interred there on the 5th. He has left many sorrowing relations and friends to lament their loss.
At 3 o’clock, on Wednesday morning last, in the 31st year of her age, deeply lamented by a numerous circle of friends, Josephine Augusta, the beloved wife of A.H. Yates, Esq., of this City, and youngest daughter of the late Mr. Samuel Watts, Merchant, Fredericton, N.B.
The Islander – Apr 22, 1859
Died.
At Truro, on the 9th instant, of inflammation of the brain, Newton, second son of the Rev. John McMurray, in the 12th year of his age.At Sable, of consumption, on the 14th instant, Mary Ann, eldest daughter of the late Mr. Daniel McKay, New Glasgow, N.S., aged 24 years.
At Charlottetown, on the 12th instant, Francis Edward, only child of Edward Fairbrother, aged 4 years.
At Charlottetown, on Saturday, the 16th inst., Samuel Lemuel, infant son of Mr. Samuel Williams, aged 5 months.
The Islander – Apr 29, 1859
Died.
At Belle Creek, on Saturday, the 9th instant, in the 44th year of her age, Mercy Elizabeth, the beloved wife of Mr. Daniel Compton, leaving a husband and eleven children, and a large circle of friends and relatives to mourn the loss of an affectionate parent & kind friend, at the same time enabled to rejoice in full assurance that the soul has passed into immortal glory.At Bedeque, on Friday, the 15th inst., after a short illness, Mr. Isaac Schurman, in the 85th year of his age, leaving an extensive family. He was one of the oldest inhabitants of that place, and his moral and religious character caused him to be universally respected.
At Grand River, Lot 14, on the 14th instant, in the 49th year of his age, after a short but painful illness, which he bore with Christian resignation to the Divine Will, Donald McDonald, Esq. The deceased has left a wife and a large family to lament their irreparable loss. He was highly esteemed by all who had the pleasure of his acquaintance, for his hospitality, integrity and many other social and Christian virtues. His remains were followed to their last resting place by a large concourse of sorrowing friends of all denominations. Requiescat in pace.
Of consumption, after a long and painful illness, at Mount Ararat, Australia, on the 2nd September, 1858, Clarinda Gilligan, daughter of the late Mr. William White, senr., of this Island.
On the 20th April, at his residence in Halifax, John Wallace, Esq., late Controller of H.M. Customs at that Port, in the 77th year of his age.
The Islander – May 6, 1859
Died.
On the morning of the 29th ult., after a short illness of 16 days, of the measles, Elizabeth Ann, the beloved wife of Mr. William Bron, Postmaster, Cape Traverse, aged 26 years, leaving a disconsolate husband, three children, and a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn their irreparable bereavement. The deceased was loved by everyone that knew her, and her sudden death has thrown a gloom over the whole community.On Tuesday, the 18th April, Ewen, third son of Mr. Torquil McNeill, Princetown Road, aged 15 years.
At Belle Creek, on the 9th inst., in the 44th year of her age, Mercy Elizabeth, wife of Mr. Daniel Compton.
At Georgetown, on the 19th ult., Capt. Thomas Ingle, of Liverpool, G.B., aged 28, leaving a widow and one child to lament their sudden bereavement.
At Georgetown, on the 20th ult., aged 17 years, Susan, second daughter of Captain John Le Brorq.
On the 22d ultimo, at Boston, Mass., of consumption, Miss Mary Morris, formerly of this city.
On the 22d ult., after a long and painful illness, which he bore with exemplary patience and resignation, Mr. Thomas Pleadwell, grocer, of this city.
At Little York, on 28th ult., Ann, daughter of Mr. Henry Hardy.
The Islander- May 13, 1859
Died.
At West river, on Sunday, the 8th inst., after a short illness of 18 hours, which he bore with Christian resignation to the Divine Will, Mr. Donald Blue, in the 65th year of his age, leaving a large circle of friends and acquaintances to mourn their irreparable loss.At Rustico, on Tuesday, the 10th inst., Mary, the beloved wife of Mr. Joseph Robinson, aged 29 years. Her end was peace.
On the 25th inst., after a severe illness of 23 days, Mary, the beloved wife of Mr. Angus McMillan, ship builder, Egmont Bay, and the oldest daughter of the late Mr. Malcolm Ross, Rustico; aged 26 years. Leaving a disconsolate husband and three little children, besides a large number of friends, to lament their irreparable loss.
The Islander – May 20, 1859
Died.
Aberdeen, Scotland, on the 11th March, Isabella Forbes Robertson, aged 64 years, the beloved wife of Mr. William Munro, Superannuated Officer of Inland Revenue. Mrs. Munro was supported during the progress of a painful and lingering illness by a clear Christian hope, a hope which, in the last struggle, was not put to shame. In life she was much and deservedly esteemed, and in death she is much lamented.On the 15th instant, at West River, Lot 65, Lauchlan McKinnon, son of Mr. Roderick McKinnon, aged 22 years, much regretted by all that knew him.
On the 11th instant, son of John McKay, Wood Island Road, aged 10 years and 6 months.
At Summerside, on Monday, the 9th inst., of congestion of the brain, after a severe illness of eleven days, John George Power, second son of P.M. Power, Esq., aged 9 years. He was mild and dutiful to his parents, and beloved by is school mates, friends and acquaintances; he closed his short career in this life in the belief of a happy eternity in the next. Requiescat in pace.
At Portage, on Friday, the 13th inst., after a short illness, Mr. R. Carmichael, in the 80th year of his age. He was of moral and religious character, and much respected by all who knew him. Requiescat in pace.
The Islander – May 27, 1859
Died.
On Sunday, the 8th instant, of scarlet fever and putrid sore throat, Mary Ann, daughter of Archibald McKinnon, New London, aged 6 years and 3 months.On the 23d instant, at Winsloe Barton, after a long illness, Mrs. Buxton, wife of Edward Buxton, Esquire.
Suddenly, on Friday evening, the 13th instant, Richard S., eldest and beloved son of Mr. Charles Squire, aged 9 years.
The Islander – Jun 3, 1859
Died.
At Lot 13, Port Hill, Prince County, on the 25th of May, after a trying illness of three months, endured with much patient resignation to his Heavenly Master’s Will, and in the blessed hope of a glorious immortality, Mr. Hugh McLean, a native of the Isle of Mull, Scotland, aged 76 years. The deceased, together with his parents and their family, emigrated to this Island in the year 1809. He will long be remembered by his neighbors and friends for his quiet and unostentatious demeanor, while his afflicted wife and family may “weep not as without hope for those who sleep in Jesus,””as our hope is this our brother doth.”On Friday last, after a short illness, aged 35 years, Mr. John Wright, of Tryon, farmer, much and deservedly respected by all who knew him, leaving a widow and four young children to mourn their irreparable loss.
At Graham’s road, New London, on the 29th ultimo, of scarlet fever, Archibald, third son of Mr. Archibald McKinnon, aged three years and six months.
The Islander – Jun 10, 1859
Died.
At New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, on the 29th ult., Mrs. Charles Sutherland, in the 60th year of her age. She was a mother indeed; and in her death, her family have sustained an irreparable bereavement. The deceased was the mother of the Rev. George Sutherland, Free Church Minister of this city, in whose bereavement we deeply sympathise.At Melbourne, Australia, on the 18th of February last, Captain William Townshend, Royal Navy, son of the late Honorable William Townshend, formerly Collector of His Majesty’s Customs of this Island, and brother to the Reverend George Townshend, of Amherst, Nova Scotia.
At Rustico House, on the 29th ult., of Scarlet Fever, Lavinia Louisa, second daughter of R.C. Woolner, Esq., aged 13 years.
At Newton, Belfast, on the 1st inst., of inflammation in the chest, Mr. John McPhail, district Teacher, late of Orwell Cove, third son of the late Mr. William McPhail, Teacher, aged 19 years and 7 months, much regretted by all who knew him.
At Cavendish, on Sunday last, Mary, wife of Mr. Henry Robertson, in the 62d year of her age. A consistent Christian walk and conversation, a patient and cheerful resignation to the Divine Will, and under severe bodily pain, for fourteen months, give proof, that the expressed hope of a glorious immortality was well founded, and comfort a bereaved husband and sorrowing friends, while they sustain their irreparable loss.
The Islander – Jun 17, 1859
Died.
At Summerside House, on the 12th inst., after a short and severe illness, Penn Bradford, youngest son of Capt. W.P. Green, late of Summerside, aged two months.At Long River, New London, May 31, of brain fever, William Johnston, fifthson of Mr. Robert Johnston, aged 20 years and two months.
At Naufrage, on the 10th instant, Mary, wife of Donald McDonald, in the 40th year of her age, leaving a husband and six children to feel the loss of a dutiful wife and kind mother. She enjoyed the good will and respect of her neighbours, likewise of her relations and acquaintances.
On the 15th instant, James, fourth son of Archibald Campbell, Nine Mile Creek, Lot 65, aged 26 years.
The Islander – Jun 24, 1859
Died.
At Devizes, Wiltshire, England, on the 2nd instant, Mr. Jams Douse, aged 49 years, an extensive Dairy farmer. He was a kind husband and affectionate parent and much esteemed by a very large circle of friends and acquaintances. The deceased was brother to W. Douse, Esquire of this city.At Woodville, Lot 62, of consumption a few days since, Mr. James Munn, Jun., aged 24 years, youngest son of Mr. James Munn, Sen. His end was peace.
On Saturday morning, the 19th instant, at the advanced age of 86 years, Mary, relict of the late Mr. Caleb Sentner, of this City, an old and respectable inhabitant.
At Cape Traverse, on Monday, the 13th instant, after a long and protracted illness, which he bore with humble resignation to the Divine Will, Mr. Archibald McPherson, in the 61st year of his age, a native of Argyleshire, Scotland.
At Charlottetown, on Monday, the 20th instant, of scarlet fever, Henry Clinton, second son of Mr. George Scantlebury, aged 5 years and 10 months.
At Halifax, on the 14th instant, in the 77 year of her age, Eliza Frances, widow of the late John Clark, Esq., formerly of this Island.
On the 9th instant, Robert, youngest son of Robert McNutt, Esq., Darnley, aged 4 years and 7 months
On the 21st inst., after a very protracted and painful illness, Christiana, beloved wife of Mr. James Pollard, sen., in the 68th year of her age. Her Christian humility, calm resignation and unshaken confidence in her interest in the world’s atonement, distinguished and shed a brilliancy around her bed of suffering, eliciting from many a pious visitor the enraptured exclamation, “Let me die the death of the righteous!” The Funeral will take place from her late residence, Fitzroy street, on Thursday next, at 4 o’clock, p.m., when friends are requested to attend.
On the 22nd inst., Mr. Jabez Barnard, aged 71 years. Mr. Barnard emigrated to this Island in 1809, from London, and has resided nearly ever since in Charlottetown.
The Islander – Jul 1, 1859
Died.
On the 16th ult., at his residence, in the 72nd year of his age, Mr. John Doull, of Plainfield, Lot 49.On Friday, the 24th ult., of scarlet fever, Charlotte Elizabeth Proudfoot, youngest child of Dr. Stratton, Surgeon R.N., aged 4 years and 8 months.
On the 20th ult., of Scarlet Fever, after severe suffering of seven days, Harry Clinton, aged 5 years and 10 months, and o the 26th ult., Mervyn Sarah, aged 1 years and 8 months, youngest son and daughter of George and Sarah W. Scantlebury, of this city.
On Wednesday morning, Catherine, wife of J.W. Monteith, in the 39th year of her age, leaving a small family to lament her loss.
At his residence, at Vernon River, on Saturday, the 18th instant, of inflammatory sore throat, Mr. Archibald McDonald, in the 45th year of his age, leaving a disconsolate widow and seven children to mourn his irreparable loss.
The Islander – Jul 8, 1859
Died.
At Bombay, on the 7th May last, after some weeks’ illness, John G.H. Brown, Esq., manager of the Agra United Service Bank, of that City, and eldest son of the late Alex. Brown, Esq., of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, in the 37th year of his age. Mr. Brown left this Island, some sixteen years since, and was on the eve of his return to his native Island.On the 16th May, in full hope of the Resurrection to Eternal Life, Euphemia Darrach, of Lot 31, aged 25 years.
And on the 22nd June, suddenly, Angus Darrach, aged 52 years, the father of the above, leaving a sorrowing wife and large family to mourn their irreparable loss. He was a well known and respected inhabitant, and his remains were followed to the grave by upwards of 150 of his neighbours and friends.
At Shipyard, Lot 18, on Monday, the 27th ult., of scarlet fever, after a severe illness of seven weeks, Mary Jane, eldest daughter of Mr. Dougall McDougall, aged 9 years. She was mild and dutiful to her parents, and beloved by her schoolmates and acquaintances.
At Charlottetown, on the 26th ult., of scarlet fever, Hedley Edmund Havelock, fourth son of H.J.P. Terlizzick, aged 13 months.
In this City, on the 5th inst., of consumption, in the 25th year of his age, William Murphy, eldest son of Mr. William Murphy, Baker, Dorchester Street.
Of scarlet fever and putrid sore throat, on the 28th April last; Catharine, aged 22 years; on the 3d of May, Hughina, aged 14 years; on the 11th May, John, aged 5 years; on the 12th May, Diana, aged 8 years; on the 15th May, Robert, aged 12 years; on the 22d May, Arabella, aged 2 years – all children of Mr. James Calder, Graham’s Road, New London.
At Charlottetown, on the 25th ultimo, Julanna D., infant daughter of Mr. Charles Squires, aged 13 months.
The Islander – Jul 15, 1859
Died.
At Brooklyn City Hospital, United States, on the 14th of March last, Capt. William Adams, eldest son of William Adams, Esq., New London, aged 27 years.On the 29th May, after a short illness, aged 33 years, Margaret, the beloved wife of Mr. Finlay McDonald, Lighthouse Keeper, Point Prim, leaving a husband and five children to mourn their irreparable loss.
(Transcriber’s note: Buried in the Polly Cemetery, Belfast, Queens County. Memorial on Find A Grave)At Georgetown, o the 12th inst., after a few days illness, William, the beloved child of Mr. Joseph Fairchild, aged 5 years and 4 months.
At Boston, on the 17th June last, Mr. Donald McLennan, late of Halifax, Merchant.
The Islander – Jul 22, 1859
Died.
At her residence, Lot 49, I the 62d year of her age, after an illness of eight days, Mrs. Ann Sheidow. She was a native of Ireland, and emigrated to the Island in 1831. She was a consistent member of the Wesleyan Church for more than 40 years. She was much respected by all who knew her, and was followed by a large number of friends and mourners to the house prepared for all living, where she resets in sure and certain hope of a resurrection to Eternal life.At Cove Head, on the 15th ult., Mr. Neil Shaw, an old and respectable resident of that place, aged 78 years.
At Bridgefort House, Charlottetown Royalty, on Friday, the 15th inst., after a lingering illness, which she bore with much patience and resignation to the Divine Will, Arabella, widow of the late Captain John Wm. James, aged 62 years.
The Islander – Jul 29, 1859
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Sunday night last, after a few days illness, Henry Stamper, Esq., Bookseller and Stationer, aged 70 years. The deceased, who was a native of Yorkshire, England, emigrated to this Island, from Nova Scotia, about 21 years since, and was much respected.At Goose River, of Plurisey, on Monday, the 18th instant, Ellen McKinnon, aged 8 years and 6 months, daughter of Mr. John McKinnon.
At Searltown, on the 18th inst., Catherine Sophia, fourth daughter of Mr. Alexander Cameron, aged 10 months.
At Bedeque, on Sunday morning, the 24th instant, of inflammation of the lungs, John Douglass, third son of Samuel Bagnall, aged 9 years and 2 months.
At Belle Creek, on the 24th instant, Alexander McDonald, only son of Mr. John McDonald, Merchant, aged 9 years much regretted by his sorrowful parents, and all that knew him.
On the 25th instant, of consumption, Louisa Anne, eldest daughter of Mr. Alfred Le Page, St. Peter’s Road, aged 23 years. “Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord.”
The Islander – Aug 5, 1859
Died.
On the 9th July, at George Square, Glasgow, Mrs. John Stewart, aged 41 years, third daughter of Mr. James Peebles, Master Mariner, and sister to Mr. James Peebles of this city. Her end was peace.Suddenly at Charlottetown on Wednesday evening, the 3rd inst., of intermitting fever, Agenius, fourth daughter of Mr. Thompson, formerly of Newfoundland, aged 11 years and 2 months.
The Islander – Aug 12, 1859
Melancholy Accident – An Inquest was held at New London, on Tuesday, the 21 inst., before James Pidgeon, Esq., Coroner, on view of the body of James T. Campbell, who was killed at French River the day previous by the upsetting of a truck. The body was found a short time after the accident, lying underneath the truck, by William McKie, who was returning home from the Post Office about dark, and who immediately gave the alarm. Several persons soon arrived on the spot, and conveyed the body to Mr. Pidgeon’s where every means was tried to restore animation, but without success. The deceased has left a wife, four young children, aged parents, and other relatives, to mourn their sudden bereavement.
The Islander – Aug 30, 1859
Died.
In this city on the 22d instant, Jeremiah, infant son of Mr. William O’Brien, late Quarter Master Sergeant, R.N.C., aged 5 months and 10 days.
At Campbeltown, Lot 4, of consumption, Miss Elizabeth Coughlan, in the 24th year of her age, in sure and certain hope of a joyful resurrection to eternal life.
At New London, on Saturday, the 16th inst., after a short illness, Margaret, beloved wife of Mr. James Whitehead, aged 54 years and 6 months. Her end was peace.
In this City, on Thursday, 25th inst., Charles, youngest son of Mr. James Watts, Junr., aged 17 years. Funeral tomorrow, (Saturday), at 3 o’clock.
The Islander – Sep 2, 1859
Died.
At South Wiltshire Road, Lot 31, o the 28th ultimo, after an illness of only twenty-four hours, Charles James, eldest surviving son of Sergeant Charles Holmes, aged 10 ½ years. The deceased’s amiable qualities endeared him to all who knew him, and, though young in years, showed great love for the Word of God.On the 27th Ultimo, at the residence of Wm. B. Dean, Esquire, Maria, daughter of the late John Willock, Esquire, aged 22 years. Deceased was a member of the Wesleyan Church, and departed this life in the full assurance of a blissful immortality. During her protracted and painful illness Miss Willock experienced from Mr. and Mrs. Dean a degree of kindness and attention but seldom, we regret to say, vouchsafed to the stranger and fatherless even in this professedly Christian community.
At Lot 49, o the 30th ultimo, Mr. Theophilus Wood, aged 72 years, an old and respectable inhabitant of that place.
At Southampton, Sidney George, infant son of John L. and Sarah M. Vickerson, aged 2 years and 10 months.
At Brown’s Creek, Lot 59, Donald Mathewson, son of Murdoch Mathewson, aged 15 years. He was suddenly seized with an affection of the head about 1 o’clock, p.m., on Friday, and about 1 o’clock, a.m., on Saturday, he died. He never spoke after being seized, was quite unconscious, and paid no attention to anything either said or done. He was a promising youth, much lamented by his parents, to whom he was a dutiful son, and by all his acquaintances, by whom he was much beloved. The parents are much to be felt for, as it is only a few years since they lost their eldest son in a sudden and very trying manner.
At Charlottetown, 31st August, of consumption, Maria Magdalene, wife of Robert Rennie, Esq., aged 30 years.
The Islander – Sep 9, 1859
Died.
From the effects of scarlet fever on Thursday, the 1st inst., at Lot 31, James Robert, fourth son of Charles Colwell, in the 13th year of his age, endeared to his parents and friends by his amiable disposition.At Charlottetown, yesterday, in the 68th year of her age, Sarah, relict of the late Ensign Peter Smith.
At Bedeque, on the 27th ult., of Dropsy, Frederick Henry, aged 12 years and 6 months, eldest son of Mr. Samuel J. Bagnall. He was a very promising youth, dutiful and kind to his parents, by whom he is much regretted, as also by his numerous friends and relations.
On the 30th ult., Ellen Jane, eldest daughter of the same, aged 4 years.
The Islander- Sep 16, 1859
Died.
Of Brain Fever, at Augustine cove, o the 5th inst., after a short and severe illness of two weeks, in the 19th year of his age, Joseph, eldest son of Mr. James Edward Warren. The deceased was Clerk in the establishment of A. Treat, Esq., at Tryon, and was a youth of much promise; his mild and amiable disposition endeared him to all who knew him. He has left kind parents, brothers and sisters, and a large circle of friends to mourn and regret their sudden bereavement. His end was peace. Of a truth, I the midst of life we are in death.At Cape Traverse, on the 1st inst., Donald Coffin, infant son of P.F. Irving, Esq., aged 6 months.
At Fairmount, August 26th, Joanna, wife of Samuel Boyer, a native of Prince Edward Island, late of Boston, aged 39 years. – Halifax Paper.
The Islander – Sep 23, 1859
Died.
At Rustico, on Monday, the 5th instant, Emily Jane, youngest daughter of Mr. Joseph Robinson, of that place, aged 10 months and 5 days.At Springton, Anderson’s Road, on the 19th instant, of consumption, Mr. Jonathan Matheson, aged 21 years.
On Sunday, the 4th instant of scarlet fever and putrid sore throat, Frances Maria, fourth daughter of Mr. Silas Glover, aged 1 years and 5 months.
On Tuesday, the 5th instant, Elizabeth Ann, third daughter of the above, aged 3 years and 5 months.
On Friday, the 16th inst., Margaret, second daughter of the above, aged 5 years and 8 months.
At Brookfield, Lot 48, at the residence of his father, on Tuesday, the 20th inst., after a long and painful illness, which he bore with Christian resignation to the Divine Will, Mr. James Smallwood, merchant, Vernon River, aged 26 years. His kind disposition and moral worth endeared him to a large circle of relations and acquaintances, who sincerely deplore his untimely death. But their loss is his gain, for he died in the blessed hope of entering on “the reset that remains for the people of God,” in the better world. “Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.” His mortal remains were carried to their last resting place on Thursday, followed by a very large number of sorrowing relatives and friends.
The Islander – Sep 30, 1859
Died.
At Tignish, on the 24th inst., of consumption, in her 28th year, Jane, wife of Mr. Robert Bellin, and third daughter of Mr. James McNeill, of Cavendish.On the 20th inst., of dropsy, after a lingering illness, Donald Ban, second son of Mr. Roderick McLeod, Murray Harbour Road, aged 5 years. Though of so tender an age, he gave satisfactory evidence of his safety in Jesus.
At York River, on Monday, 26th inst., of putrid sore throat, John, second son of Jacob Dockendorf, Esq., aged 29 years.
Of Typhoid fever, at the residence of her daughter, St. Stephens, Nebraska Territory, on Sunday, 21st August, Mrs. Mary Weatherbie, wife of Jonathan Weatherbie, Esq., late of this city.
On the 26th of August, Mary, the beloved wife of Mr. Malcolm Campbell, of Montague, in the 73rd year of her age. The deceased was a native of Argylseshire, and for upwards of 50 years enjoyed the consolations and hope of the Gospel of Christ.
On the 23rd inst., of inflammation of the lungs, Thomas Artemas, youngest son of Mr. William Jakeman, aged 5 years.
The Islander – Oct 7, 1859
Died.
At the Victoria Hotel, in this city, on Wednesday morning last, suddenly from internal hemorrhage, Andrew Coffin, Esq., of St. Peter’s Bay, aged 58 years.At Pownal Point on the 29th ult., Anne Elizabeth, infant daughter of Mr. George Tweedy.
At Rosebank on Wednesday night, the 5th instant, aged 69 years, Margaret Penelope Stewart, widow of the late Robert Stewart, Esq., of Rosebank. Funeral from the family residence on Sunday next, at half past two.
The Islander – Oct 21, 1859
Died.
At Charlottetown, on Monday last, after a long and lingering illness, which he bore with Christian fortitude and resignation to the Divine Will, Mr. James J. Bevan, aged 31 years.At Tanton, Mass., on the 3d instant, of Typhoid Fever, Mr. G. Gay, of Lot 49, P.E. Island, aged 22 years. Deceased was a young man of most exemplary character, and leaves a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn their sad bereavement.
At Souris, on the 13th instant, of scarlet fever and putrid sore throat, Lillie, the infant daughter of Andrew and Susan Leslie, aged 2 years and 1 month.
Suddenly, on Tuesday, the 4th instant, at Bedeque, Mary Jane, infant daughter of Mr. Donald Taylor, aged 1 year and 9 months. The deceased came by her death in consequence of her clothes taking fire in the absence of her parents. She only survived the melancholy event 10 hours.
The Islander – Oct 28, 1859
Died.
At Bedeque, on Thursday the 29th inst., after a short but severe illness, Louisa Colclough, the beloved wife of Mr. Charles Clark, and second daughter of the late Charles Binns, Esq., Attorney at Law, of this city, aged 40 years.Of Typhus fever, at St. Andrews, on the 2nd inst., Mary, the beloved wife of Duncan McSwain, aged 23 years.
At the Lunatic Asylum on the 22nd inst., Michael Malone, aged 87 years, a native of Kilkenny, Ireland.
At the Lunatic Asylum, on the 21st instant, John Shankster, aged 48 years, a pensioner from the Royal Newfoundland Company, born in the parish of Hagharally, near Banbridge, County Down, Ireland.
At Weymouth, Mass., on the 14th instant, Margaret Leah, wife of Mr. James Coles, Jun., in the 35th year of her age, after a lingering illness. Deceased was the eldest daughter of Mr. W.B. Davison, of this city.
The Islander – Nov 4, 1859
Died.
On Friday, 21st Oct., Fanny Constance, infant daughter of John Brecken, Esq.At New South Wiltshire, Lot 31, of scarlet fever, aged 8 years, after an illness of two days, Mary Ann, second child of Sergeant Charles Holmes, being the second child he has lost with that disease within eight weeks.
Melancholy Accident – On Wednesday last, two brothers named McPherson, one 16, the other 23 years of age, of Vernon River, were drowned by the upsetting of a sailboat, about a mile below Vernon River Bridge. Another man who was also in the boat, a cousin of the deceased, was providentially picked up just as he was sinking for the last time by a boat from the shore.
The Islander – Nov 11, 1859
Died.
At Lot 45, St. Margaret’s Parish, on Thursday, the 20th ult., Mrs. Mary McPhee, widow of the late Mr. Angus McPhee, and mother of the Rev. Pius McPhee, Missionary Priest at St. Andrew’s and St. Peter’s. The deceased was respected and beloved by all who knew her for her many sterling and unobtrusive virtues, her consistent piety and Christian deportment in all the relations of wife, mother and neighbor, and for the invariably kind and generous disposition with which she was always ready to dispense the hospitalities of her comfortable homestead.At Lot 16, on the 14th Oct., Margaret, the beloved wife of Mr. Alexander Campbell, in the 67th year of her age, much lamented by a large circle of relations and friends.
At Tryon, on the 20th ult., after a protracted illness,m Harriet, beloved wife of Mr. John Robblee, aged 41 years.
At Wheatley River, on the 26th ult., of scarlet fever and putrid sore throat, James Alexander, infant son of Mr. Andrew Gregor.
At Charlottetown, on the 2nd inst., Bessie Ann, fourth daughter of Mr. Samuel Batt.
Of Typhus Fever, this day, Friday, 11th instant, Mary, the beloved wife of Mr. M.W. Skinner, Druggist, of this city, aged 26 years. She was meek, humble, and inoffensive, and endeared herself to all who knew her. She leaves a sorrowing husband and three small children to mourn their sad bereavement. The funeral will take place tomorrow (Saturday) at 4 o’clock, p.m.
The Islander – Nov 25, 1859
Died.
At Lot 18, on the 28th ult., after a few days’ illness, Mr. Thomas Hunter, in the 72d year of his age. He was a native of Dumfrieshire, Scotland, and emigrated to this Island in June, 1820.On Thursday last, 17th inst., of Hooping Cough, Susannah, third daughter of Mr. John Holman, aged 3 months.
On the 8th inst., of consumption, in her 32nd year, Ann Carson, wife of Mr. Edmund Crabb, leaving six children to mourn the loss of a kind mother.
On the 5th inst., Emma, widow of the late Horatio Collings, and daughter of the late Robert Pyke, Esq., aged 40 years. She has left four children to mourn their loss.
On the 11th inst., Robert, aged 3 years and 5 months, and on the 19th inst., Louisa, aged 11 years and 9 months, children of Donald and Louisa Nicholson, of this city.
The Islander – Dec 2, 1859
Died.
This morning, (Tuesday, Nov, 29th) at Charlottetown, after a few weeks illness, James Morris, Esq., Commission Merchant and Auctioneer and Councillor for Ward No. 1, of this city, in the 32d year of his age. Mr. Morris was a young man of high moral worth, and industrious business habits and his loss universally regretted. We deeply sympathise with his family in their bereavement.At Willow River, Lot 42, on the 1?th Nov., after an illness of six months’ duration, Mr. John McInnis, in the 84th year of his age. He was of a good moral and religious character and much respected by all who knew him.
On the 24th ult., Margaret Caroline, the beloved child of Thomas and Caroline Green, of this city, aged 1 year and 3 months.
At Milton, Malpeque Road, on the 24th ult., Ann the beloved wife of Mr. John T. Rodd, and third daughter of Mr. Alex. McLauchlan, Covehead, aged 23 years.
At Montague River, on the 3rd Nov., Robert, third son of Mr. Donald Dewar, aged 32 years. He was respected by all who had the pleasure of his acquaintance. His end was peace.
At Lot 49, on Friday, the 25th ultimo, after a few hours illness, much respected, Mr. Robert Jones, sen., at the advanced age of 82 years.
The Islander – Dec 9, 1859
Died.
At Charlottetown, on the 2d inst., after an illness of about three months, Mr. George Mawley, of the firm of T. DesBrisay & Co., Chemists and Druggists, aged 35 years.On Saturday, the 19th ult., at Princetown Royalty, after a long and protracted illness of three years, which he bore with Christian fortitude, Mr. John Edmond Crafor, surgeon, in the 70th year of his age. He was born in London, and emigrated to this Island in the year 1819. As a professional man he was of great service in the community, and his loss will be felt for many a-day by a numerous circle of friends and acquaintances.
At Charlottetown, on the 5th inst., Elizabeth, the beloved wife of Mr. Robert Clements, in the 58th year of her age, much and deservedly regretted. Her end was peace.
On the 4th inst., at Charlottetown, at the residence of her son, Mr. Edward Douglas, Jane, the beloved wife of Mr. William Douglas, of St. Peter’s Lake, in the 75th year of her age.
The Islander – Dec 16, 1859
Died.
At Suffolk Road, Lot 35, after a severe illness of five weeks, Susan Adelia, youngest daughter of Mr. George Seaman, aged 3 years and 4 months. Blessed are the early dead.At Rollings Grove, Lt 24, on Friday last, 9th inst., Margaret, wife of the late Mr. George Coles, aged 78 years, much respected.
At Wilbarn, Mass., of Consumption, on Wednesday last, the 14th instant in the 33rd year of his age, Mr. John J. Pippy, printer, formerly of Charlottetown.
The Islander – Dec 23, 1859
Died.
At Lot 31, on the 19th Nov., of scarlet fever and putrid sore throat, Mary Alice Lexmore, eldest daughter of Mr. James Cana, aged 6 years.On Sunday last, the 18th instant, after a short illness, Walter Sutcliffe, youngest son of Mr. Jabez A. Barnard, aged 16 months.
Suddenly, of the Croup, at Montague River, Lot 59, on Saturday last, the 17th inst., George Havelock, son of Mr. Samuel Mutch, aged 2 years and 8 months.
The Islander – Dec 30, 1859
Died.
At Summerside, on the 24th inst., after a short but severe illness, William G. Crabb, eldest son of Mr. Thomas Crabb, aged 14 years. The deceased was a youth of much promise, and was generally esteemed and beloved for his amiable an obliging disposition.On Monday, the 19th instant, Louis Charles, infant son of Henry Haszard, Esq., aged seven and a half months.
At her father’s residence, Beinford Terrace, Pilgrim street, Birkenhead, G.B., on the 13th November last, Sibella Elizabeth eldest daughter of C.W. Townshend, Esq. in perfect peace.
At Cavendish, on the 19th instant, of paralysis, after a few days of intense suffering, Mr. Daniel McNeill, seventh son of the late Mr. John McNeill, aged 59 years. And on the 21st, suddenly, supposed to be of disease of the heart, and while occupied in making arrangements for his brother’s funeral, Mr. James McNeill, fourth son of the said Mr. John McNeill, aged 72. The former has left a disconsolate widow and six children; and the latter, three sons and three daughters and both a large circle of relatives to mourn their loss.
On the 24th inst., Mr. James Dewar, of this city, aged 32 years.
On the 19th inst., of scarlet fever, Walter L., only son of Mr. R. Plumber, aged 1 year.
THE ISLANDER or Prince Edward Weekly Intelligencer and Advertiser
Charlottetown, PEI1860:
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